Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
grimmii
ID:
9564

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Regel & Schmalh.) Grierson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 145: 109 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008893



Common Names

  • Crinitaria
  • Grimm's Crinitaria
  • Crinitaria Grimmii


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Description

Crinitaria grimmii (also called Grimm's crinitaria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are arranged in a rosette. It grows in open grasslands, disturbed areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Crinitaria grimmii has been used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, as an antiseptic, and as a diuretic. It has also been used to make a tea for treating digestive problems and as a tonic for the liver.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crinitaria grimmii has white flowers with yellow centers and long stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crinitaria grimmii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It should be planted in spring and can be divided in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Crinitaria grimmii

Crinitaria grimmii is native to South America. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, often in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Crinitaria grimmii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crinitaria grimmii?

Crinitaria grimmii

What is the common name of Crinitaria grimmii?

Grimm's Crinitaria

What is the natural habitat of Crinitaria grimmii?

Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides

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-108610: Based on the initial data import
Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Johannes Theodor Schmalhausen (1849-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schmalh.' in the authors string.
Andrew John Charles Grierson (1929-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grierson' in the authors string.