Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
choquetangensis
ID:
67374

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 78: 386-387 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066703



Common Names

  • Critoniopsis choquetangensis
  • Chilean Firebush
  • Chilean Fire Flower


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Description

Critoniopsis choquetangensis (also called Choquette's Critoniopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves with white flowers. It grows in rocky areas, meadows, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Critoniopsis choquetangensis is used as an ornamental plant, and as a medicinal plant to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Critoniopsis choquetangensis is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Critoniopsis choquetangensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Critoniopsis choquetangensis

Critoniopsis choquetangensis is native to South America and can be found in nurseries and garden centers in that region.

Critoniopsis choquetangensis FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Critoniopsis choquetangensis?

Critoniopsis choquetangensis prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C.

What is the best way to propagate Critoniopsis choquetangensis?

Critoniopsis choquetangensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and divisions can be done in spring or early summer.

How often should Critoniopsis choquetangensis be watered?

Critoniopsis choquetangensis should be watered regularly during the growing season, but should not be overwatered. During the winter, it should only be watered if the soil is dry.

Species in the Critoniopsis genus

Critoniopsis stellata, Critoniopsis brachystephana, Critoniopsis popayanensis, Critoniopsis franciscana, Critoniopsis tungurahuae, Critoniopsis quinqueflora, Critoniopsis magdalenae, Critoniopsis cinerea, Critoniopsis harlingii, Critoniopsis mucida, Critoniopsis bogotana, Critoniopsis paucartambensis, Critoniopsis gynoxiifolia, Critoniopsis aristeguietae, Critoniopsis palaciosii, Critoniopsis tamana, Critoniopsis sagasteguii, Critoniopsis jaramilloi, Critoniopsis floribunda, Critoniopsis killipii, Critoniopsis huilensis, Critoniopsis duncanii, Critoniopsis autumnalis, Critoniopsis jalcana, Critoniopsis pendula, Critoniopsis oblongifolia, Critoniopsis lindenii, Critoniopsis macphersonii, Critoniopsis jelskii, Critoniopsis zamorensis, Critoniopsis sodiroi, Critoniopsis persetosa, Critoniopsis occidentalis, Critoniopsis nonoensis, Critoniopsis unguiculata, Critoniopsis quillonensis, Critoniopsis choquetangensis, Critoniopsis cuatrecasasii, Critoniopsis boliviana, Critoniopsis cajamarcensis, Critoniopsis elbertiana, Critoniopsis diazii, Critoniopsis glandulata, Critoniopsis paradoxa, Critoniopsis dorrii, Critoniopsis macrofoliata, Critoniopsis cerulosa, Critoniopsis yamboyensis, Critoniopsis meridensis, Critoniopsis uniflosculosa,

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,

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