Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
60106

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 46(7): 440 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059435



Common Names

  • Critoniopsis occidentalis
  • Western Critoniopsis
  • Western Paper Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia occidentalis Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Critoniopsis occidentalis (also called Western Critoniopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes of South America. It has a woody base and grows to a height of up to 1 m. Its leaves are linear-lanceolate and covered in white hairs. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Critoniopsis occidentalis is a flowering plant that is often grown in gardens for its ornamental value. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Critoniopsis occidentalis are small, yellow-green in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Critoniopsis occidentalis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by cuttings. Take cuttings from the tips of the branches in late spring or early summer. Place the cuttings in a rooting medium such as perlite or sand and keep moist. Rooting should occur in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Critoniopsis occidentalis

Critoniopsis occidentalis can be found in the coastal areas of New South Wales and Queensland.

Critoniopsis occidentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Critoniopsis occidentalis?

Critoniopsis occidentalis

What is the common name of Critoniopsis occidentalis?

Western Critoniopsis

What is the natural habitat of Critoniopsis occidentalis?

It is native to California and Baja California, Mexico

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-16522: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.