Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
camphorata
ID:
17187

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. [A. P. de Candolle] 5: 452. 1836 [1-10 Oct 1836]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016516



Common Names

  • Pluchea camphorata
  • Camphorata Pluchea
  • Camphorata's Pluchea


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Synonyms

  • Gynema viscida Raf. [unknown]
  • Conyza camphorata Pursh [unknown]
  • Gynema dentata Raf. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Pluchea viscida (Raf.) House [unknown]
  • Gynema balsamica Raf. [unknown]
  • Pluchea purpurascens Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Erigeron camphoratus L. [unknown]
  • Stylimnus maritimus Raf. ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Pluchea camphorata (also called Camphor Pluchea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to India, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pluchea camphorata is used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pluchea camphorata has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two rounded cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pluchea camphorata is a perennial plant that is native to India. It can be grown from seed or propagated by cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring, and the plants will flower in the summer. The cuttings should be taken in the spring or fall and planted in moist soil. It is important to keep the soil evenly moist and to fertilize the plants regularly.

Where to Find Pluchea camphorata

Pluchea camphorata is native to India and can be found in the Himalayan region.

Pluchea camphorata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pluchea camphorata?

Pluchea camphorata

What is the natural habitat of Pluchea camphorata?

Grasslands, shrublands, and woodlands

What are the common names of Pluchea camphorata?

Camphor pluchea, Camphor-scented pluchea

Species in the Pluchea genus

Pluchea bojeri, Pluchea lanuginosa, Pluchea arabica, Pluchea kelleri, Pluchea bequaertii, Pluchea succulenta, Pluchea littoralis, Pluchea nogalensis, Pluchea camphorata, Pluchea sagittalis, Pluchea mollis, Pluchea wallichiana, Pluchea grevei, Pluchea sordida, Pluchea yucatanensis, Pluchea linearifolia, Pluchea lycioides, Pluchea biformis, Pluchea dentex, Pluchea somaliensis, Pluchea fiebrigii, Pluchea aphanantha, Pluchea baccharis, Pluchea chapmanii, Pluchea obovata, Pluchea arguta, Pluchea salicifolia, Pluchea glutinosa, Pluchea dunlopii, Pluchea heterophylla, Pluchea laxiflora, Pluchea dioscoridis, Pluchea sarcophylla, Pluchea doniana, Pluchea zamalloae, Pluchea rubelliflora, Pluchea indica, Pluchea glutinosa, Pluchea lanceolata, Pluchea tomentosa, Pluchea microcephala, Pluchea dioscoridis, Pluchea longifolia, Pluchea chingoyo, Pluchea mexicana, Pluchea oblongifolia, Pluchea ferdinandi-muelleri, Pluchea polygonata, Pluchea fosbergii, Pluchea pteropoda,

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,