Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Strother
Source:
gcc
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Sida 11(4): 377. 1986
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093863
Common Names
- Mountain Fleabane
- Mountain Daisy
- Mountain Hawkweed
Description
Comaclinium montanum (also called Mountain Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant, native to the temperate regions of North America. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in the understory of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Comaclinium montanum is used as an ornamental plant and is known to attract birds and butterflies. It is also used in traditional medicine as a remedy for fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Comaclinium montanum has small white flowers with yellow centers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and brown and are contained in a small, papery achene. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Comaclinium montanum is a perennial herb that is propagated through seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It requires regular watering during the growing season and should be fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Comaclinium montanum
Comaclinium montanum is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and woodlands.
Comaclinium montanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Comaclinium montanum?
Comaclinium montanum
What is the natural habitat of Comaclinium montanum?
Comaclinium montanum is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.
What is the flowering period of Comaclinium montanum?
Comaclinium montanum typically flowers from April to June.
Species in the Comaclinium 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,