Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ilicifolia
ID:
17084

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 6(1): 42. 1955 [Nov 1955]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016413



Common Names

  • Holly-leaved Chucoa
  • Holly-leaved Aster
  • Holly-leaved Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Weberbaueriella johnstoniana Ferreyra [unknown]

Description

Chucoa ilicifolia (also called Holly-leaved Chucoa, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chucoa ilicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chucoa ilicifolia has small, yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chucoa ilicifolia is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in a greenhouse.

Where to Find Chucoa ilicifolia

Chucoa ilicifolia is native to South Africa and can be found in woodlands, grasslands, and coastal areas.

Chucoa ilicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chucoa ilicifolia?

Chucoa ilicifolia

What is the family of Chucoa ilicifolia?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Chucoa ilicifolia?

Holly-leaved Chucoa

Species in the Chucoa genus

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,

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