Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
jelskii
ID:
119123

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hieron.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 17(65): 210 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118452



Common Names

  • Chrysea Moss
  • Chrysea Dicranella
  • Chrysea


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia jelskii jelskii [unknown]
  • Eremanthus jelskii Hieron. [unknown]
  • Vernonia shanynensis MacLeish [unknown]

Description

Cuatrecasanthus jelskii (also called Jelski's cuatrecasanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a slender stem and small, white flowers. It grows in moist forests and is found in alpine and subalpine areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cuatrecasanthus jelskii is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and its flowers are used as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional South American medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cuatrecasanthus jelskii is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cuatrecasanthus jelskii is a perennial plant native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to shape and can be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Cuatrecasanthus jelskii

Cuatrecasanthus jelskii is native to Colombia and can be found in the wild in the departments of Antioquia and Chocó.

Cuatrecasanthus jelskii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cuatrecasanthus jelskii?

Cuatrecasanthus jelskii

What is the common name of Cuatrecasanthus jelskii?

Jelski's Cuatrecasanthus

What is the habitat of Cuatrecasanthus jelskii?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

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-79782: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.