Cheilotheca crocea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crocea
ID:
1333301
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Wu & Yan Liu
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 260: 194 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345755
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Cheilotheca crocea (also called Cheilotheca crocea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America and typically grows in open areas, along roadsides, and in disturbed sites. It has a shrubby stem and long, narrow leaves. The flowers are yellow and have six petals.
Uses & Benefits
Cheilotheca crocea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cheilotheca crocea has small, yellow-green flowers and small, round, black seeds. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped, green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cheilotheca crocea is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade in a well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the roots or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-draining medium and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Cheilotheca crocea
Cheilotheca crocea can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.