Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
origanoides
ID:
126080

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 23: 411 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125409



Common Names

  • Cronquistianthus Origanoides
  • Oregano-Leaved Cronquistianthus
  • Oregano-Leaved Lousewort


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium origanoides Kunth [unknown]

Description

Cronquistianthus origanoides (also called Oregano-leaved Cronquistianthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the western United States and Canada, and typically grows in open woods, prairies, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Cronquistianthus origanoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cronquistianthus origanoides is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, green, and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cronquistianthus origanoides is a perennial that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Cronquistianthus origanoides

Cronquistianthus origanoides can be found in the United States, Mexico, and Central America.

Cronquistianthus origanoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cronquistianthus origanoides?

Cronquistianthus origanoides

What is the common name of Cronquistianthus origanoides?

Cronquistianthus origanoides

What is the habitat of Cronquistianthus origanoides?

It is found in dry open areas, such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides

Species in the Cronquistianthus genus

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-86487: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.