Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cristobalensis
ID:
4278

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greenm.) H.Rob. & Brettell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 27: 417 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003607



Common Names

  • Cristobal Roldana
  • Roldana Cristobalensis
  • Cristobalensis Roldana


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Synonyms

  • Roldana petasitis cristobalensis (Greenm.) Funston [unknown]

Description

Roldana cristobalensis (also called Cristobal Roldana, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central America. It grows to a height of 0.5-1 meter and has white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, in open areas, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Roldana cristobalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Roldana cristobalensis has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Roldana cristobalensis is a perennial plant that is native to the Canary Islands. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks. It can be pruned in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Roldana cristobalensis

Roldana cristobalensis is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open areas.

Roldana cristobalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Roldana cristobalensis?

Roldana cristobalensis

What are the common names of Roldana cristobalensis?

Mexican thistle, Cristobal thistle

Where is Roldana cristobalensis native to?

Mexico

Species in the Roldana genus

Roldana cristobalensis, Roldana cordovensis, Roldana neogibsonii, Roldana hirsuticaulis, Roldana juxtlahuacana, Roldana tlacotepecana, Roldana schaffneri, Roldana ehrenbergiana, Roldana heteroidea, Roldana mezquitalana, Roldana mazatecana, Roldana barba-johannis, Roldana pennellii, Roldana subpeltata, Roldana gentryi, Roldana hartwegii, Roldana scandens, Roldana acutangula, Roldana robinsoniana, Roldana mixtecana, Roldana michoacana, Roldana anisophylla, Roldana oaxacana, Roldana tepopana, Roldana heteroideus, Roldana chapalensis, Roldana hintonii, Roldana langlassei, Roldana lanicaulis, Roldana floresiorum, Roldana mexicana, Roldana sartorii, Roldana angulifolia, Roldana heracleifolia, Roldana gonzaleziae, Roldana albonervia, Roldana greenmanii, Roldana eriophylla, Roldana lobata, Roldana guadalajarensis, Roldana metepecus, Roldana sundbergii, Roldana jurgensenii, Roldana petasioides, Roldana heterogama, Roldana platanifolia, Roldana reticulata, Roldana tonii, Roldana petasitis, Roldana galiciana,

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

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Robert D. Brettell (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brettell' in the authors string.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:221684-2: Based on the initial data import