Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 105: 660 fig (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041438
Common Names
- Chrysolaena nicolackii
- Nicolack's Chrysolaena
- Nicolack's Goldenweed
Description
Chrysolaena nicolackii (also called Nicolack's Chrysolaena, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a single, erect stem with alternate, lanceolate leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in moist, sandy soils and is often found in open woodlands and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Chrysolaena nicolackii is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chrysolaena nicolackii has small, white flowers that form a cluster. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chrysolaena nicolackii is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny spot with moist soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Chrysolaena nicolackii
Chrysolaena nicolackii can be found in dry, open grasslands and scrub in the Andes of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.
Chrysolaena nicolackii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chrysolaena nicolackii?
Chrysolaena nicolackii
What type of plant is Chrysolaena nicolackii?
It is a shrub
Where does Chrysolaena nicolackii grow?
It is native to South America
Species in the Chrysolaena genus
Chrysolaena oligophylla,
Chrysolaena verbascifolia,
Chrysolaena desertorum,
Chrysolaena guaranitica,
Chrysolaena flexuosa,
Chrysolaena lithospermifolia,
Chrysolaena simplex,
Chrysolaena nicolackii,
Chrysolaena obovata,
Chrysolaena sceptrum,
Chrysolaena campestris,
Chrysolaena dusenii,
Chrysolaena cristobaliana,
Chrysolaena cognata,
Chrysolaena propinqua,
Chrysolaena platensis,
Chrysolaena cordifolia,
Chrysolaena candelabrum,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,