Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
imbricata
ID:
95162

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Pl. Wright. 2: 512 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094491



Common Names

  • Imbricata Critonia
  • Imbricata False Goldenaster
  • Imbricata Critonia False Goldenaster


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Description

Critonia imbricata (also called Imbricate Critonia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem that can reach up to 40 cm in height. The leaves are ovate to lanceolate in shape and the flowers are yellow in color.

Uses & Benefits

Critonia imbricata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Critonia imbricata is yellow with a white center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Critonia imbricata is an easy plant to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or by division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a sunny location. The plant prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can also be propagated by division of the rootstock in early spring. The divisions should be planted in a sunny location with well-drained soil and watered regularly.

Where to Find Critonia imbricata

Critonia imbricata is native to South America and can be found in the Andean region of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Critonia imbricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Critonia imbricata?

Critonia imbricata

What is the common name of Critonia imbricata?

Imbricated Critonia

Where is Critonia imbricata found?

Critonia imbricata is found in the mountains of western Mexico.

Species in the Critonia genus

Critonia eggersii, Critonia yashanalensis, Critonia daleoides, Critonia campechensis, Critonia heteroneura, Critonia hemipteropoda, Critonia inaequidens, Critonia pseudodalea, Critonia siltepecana, Critonia stigmatica, Critonia megaphylla, Critonia heathiae, Critonia portoricensis, Critonia quadrangularis, Critonia tuxtiae, Critonia paneroi, Critonia wilburii, Critonia bartlettii, Critonia hospitalis, Critonia naiguatensis, Critonia aromatisans, Critonia breedlovei, Critonia laurifolia, Critonia platychaeta, Critonia morifolia, Critonia macropoda, Critonia nubigenus, Critonia sexangularis, Critonia lozanoana, Critonia imbricata, Critonia dalea, Critonia iltisii, Critonia tuxtlae, Critonia arachnoidea, Critonia nicaraguensis, Critonia conzattii, Critonia parviflora, Critonia dominicensis, Critonia hebebotrya, Critonia billbergiana,

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-50691: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.