Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
congregatus
ID:
134246

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) E.B.Sm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 35: 148 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133575



Common Names

  • Coreocarpus congregatus
  • Congregated Sea-fig
  • Congregated Sea Fig


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Synonyms

  • Coreopsis congregata S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Coreocarpus congregatus (also called Congregated Coreocarpus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Coreocarpus congregatus has been used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties and can be used to treat skin conditions such as eczema.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coreocarpus congregatus is a yellow-green disc floret with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a short beak. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coreocarpus congregatus is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. It is best to sow the seed in a sunny location and keep the soil moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Coreocarpus congregatus

Coreocarpus congregatus is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Baja California, Chihuahua, Durango, Sinaloa, and Sonora.

Coreocarpus congregatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coreocarpus congregatus?

Coreocarpus congregatus

What is the common name of Coreocarpus congregatus?

Congregated coreocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Coreocarpus congregatus?

Coreocarpus congregatus is found in the tropical regions of Africa

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-94377: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
Edwin Burnell Smith (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.B.Sm.' in the authors string.