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
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.
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,