Status:
valid
Authors:
(Roxb.) DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 344 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000104542
Common Names
- Commidendrum rotundifolium
- Round-Leaved Everlasting
- Round-Leaved Immortelle
Description
Commidendrum rotundifolium (also called Round-Leaved Commidendrum, among many other common names) is an upright, clumping perennial plant with white daisy-like flowers. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Commidendrum rotundifolium is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a cut flower in floral arrangements. The leaves of this plant can be used to make a herbal tea that is said to have calming and soothing effects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Commidendrum rotundifolium has small, yellow flowers with white petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Commidendrum rotundifolium is a perennial herb that prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall in a well-drained soil and lightly covered. Germination usually occurs within 1-2 weeks.
Where to Find Commidendrum rotundifolium
Commidendrum rotundifolium can be found in the tropical regions of the Caribbean.
Commidendrum rotundifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Commidendrum rotundifolium?
Commidendrum rotundifolium
What is the common name of Commidendrum rotundifolium?
Round-leaved Commidendrum
What is the natural habitat of Commidendrum rotundifolium?
Dry limestone hills and rocky slopes
Species in the Commidendrum genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
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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,