Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cardonae
ID:
68935

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 670, fig. 144 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068264



Common Names

  • Cardon's Quelchia
  • Quelchia cardonae
  • Cardon's False Aster


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Description

Quelchia cardonae (also called Cardona's quelchia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Canary Islands and Madeira. It has a woody rootstock and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are linear-lanceolate and its flowers are yellow. It grows in rocky and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Quelchia cardonae is used as an ornamental plant, and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Quelchia cardonae is a white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quelchia cardonae can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Quelchia cardonae

Quelchia cardonae is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Quelchia cardonae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quelchia cardonae?

Quelchia cardonae

What is the common name of Quelchia cardonae?

Cardonae

What is the family of Quelchia cardonae?

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,

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