Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
insularis
ID:
88641

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brandegee) E.B.Sm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 36: 274 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087970



Common Names

  • Carica glandulosa
  • Glandular Carica
  • Glandular Papaya


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Description

Coreocarpus insularis (also called Island Coreocarpus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry open woods, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Coreocarpus insularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coreocarpus insularis is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are usually yellow-green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coreocarpus insularis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11.

Where to Find Coreocarpus insularis

Coreocarpus insularis can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Coreocarpus insularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coreocarpus insularis?

Coreocarpus insularis

What type of plant is Coreocarpus insularis?

Coreocarpus insularis is a perennial herbaceous plant.

Where is Coreocarpus insularis found?

Coreocarpus insularis is found in the Mediterranean region.

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-44318: Based on the initial data import
Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.
Edwin Burnell Smith (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.B.Sm.' in the authors string.