Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hookerianum
ID:
23154

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Arn.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 229 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022483



Common Names

  • Cyanthillium Hookerianum
  • Cyanthillium Cinereum
  • Cyanthillium Subulatum


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Description

Cyanthillium hookerianum (also called Hookerianum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It grows up to 2 meters tall and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open areas and is used as a medicinal plant.

Uses & Benefits

Cyanthillium hookerianum is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as its flowers are attractive and fragrant. It can also be used as a ground cover or as a hedge.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyanthillium hookerianum is yellow and daisy-like with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyanthillium hookerianum is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed in autumn. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it once a year.

Where to Find Cyanthillium hookerianum

Cyanthillium hookerianum is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist woodlands and meadows. It is also found in parts of Mexico and Central America.

Cyanthillium hookerianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyanthillium hookerianum?

Cyanthillium hookerianum

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Cyanthillium

What is the family of Cyanthillium hookerianum?

Asteraceae

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-121730: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.