Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sagasteguii
ID:
29052

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.O.Dillon) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 106(3): 621 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028381



Common Names

  • Critoniopsis Sagasteguii
  • Sagasteguii Critoniopsis
  • Sagasteguii's Critoniopsis


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia sagasteguii M.O.Dillon [unknown]

Description

Critoniopsis sagasteguii (also called Sagasteguii's Critoniopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem that bears numerous flower heads. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, open woodlands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Critoniopsis sagasteguii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for some species of butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Critoniopsis sagasteguii has small yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Critoniopsis sagasteguii is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division should be done in the fall.

Where to Find Critoniopsis sagasteguii

Critoniopsis sagasteguii can be found in the Canary Islands.

Critoniopsis sagasteguii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Critoniopsis sagasteguii?

Critoniopsis sagasteguii

What type of plant is Critoniopsis sagasteguii?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

Where is Critoniopsis sagasteguii found?

It is found in South America

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-127433: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Michael Dillon (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.O.Dillon' in the authors string.