Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
candidissima
ID:
118778

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 245 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118107



Common Names

  • Cladochaeta candidissima
  • White Cladochaeta
  • Cladochaeta


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Description

Cladochaeta candidissima (also called white cladochaeta, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves with a single flower stalk. The leaves are lanceolate and toothed. It grows in sunny areas, often in rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Cladochaeta candidissima is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cladochaeta candidissima is a white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cladochaeta candidissima can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Cladochaeta candidissima

Trichodon cylindricus can be found in North America.

Cladochaeta candidissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cladochaeta candidissima?

Cladochaeta candidissima

What is the common name of Cladochaeta candidissima?

Whitest Cladochaeta

What is the flowering season of Cladochaeta candidissima?

June to August

Species in the Cladochaeta 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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