Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sceptrum
ID:
49248

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chodat) Dematt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 44(1-2): 140 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000048577



Common Names

  • Chrysolaena sceptrum
  • Sceptre Goldenbush
  • Goldenbush Chrysolaena


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Description

Chrysolaena sceptrum (also called Sceptre Chrysolaena, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and solitary yellow flower heads. It is found in grassland, scrub and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysolaena sceptrum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chrysolaena sceptrum has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysolaena sceptrum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Chrysolaena sceptrum

Chrysolaena sceptrum can be found in South America.

Chrysolaena sceptrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysolaena sceptrum?

Chrysolaena sceptrum

What is the common name of Chrysolaena sceptrum?

Scepter Chrysolaena

Where is Chrysolaena sceptrum native to?

South America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-147072: Based on the initial data import
Robert Hippolyte Chodat (1865-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chodat' in the authors string.
Massimiliano Dematteis (b.1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dematt.' in the authors string.