Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cavalcantei
ID:
31185

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.U.Santos

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Paraense "Emilio Goeldi," N.S., Bot. 7(1): 154 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030514

Common Names

  • Aspilia cavalcantei
  • Cavalcante's Aspilia
  • Cavalcante's Sunflower

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Description

Aspilia cavalcantei (also called Cavalcante's Aspilia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It grows up to 40 cm tall and has yellow flowers. It is found in moist, well-drained soils and prefers shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aspilia cavalcantei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various health conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspilia cavalcantei is a yellow-orange, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, long stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspilia cavalcantei can be propagated by seed or by division of clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division of clumps should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be grown in full sun in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Aspilia cavalcantei

Aspilia cavalcantei is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Aspilia cavalcantei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspilia cavalcantei?

Aspilia cavalcantei

What is the common name of Aspilia cavalcantei?

Cavalcante's sunflower

What is the habitat of Aspilia cavalcantei?

Open, dry areas, such as grasslands and chaparral

Species in the Aspilia genus

Aspilia angustifolia, Aspilia helianthoides, Aspilia jugata, Aspilia paraensis, Aspilia mossambicensis, Aspilia elata, Aspilia rugulosa, Aspilia linearis, Aspilia prostrata, Aspilia goiazensis, Aspilia subscandens, Aspilia pohlii, Aspilia hispidantha, Aspilia diniz-cruzeanae, Aspilia duarteana, Aspilia grazielae, Aspilia matogrossensis, Aspilia platyphylla, Aspilia cavalcantei, Aspilia thouarsii, Aspilia bussei, Aspilia belo-horizontinae, Aspilia ioletae, Aspilia eglerii, Aspilia hatschbachii, Aspilia helianthoides, Aspilia pseudoyedaea, Aspilia malaissei, Aspilia itabaianenis, Aspilia bojeri, Aspilia gillettii, Aspilia caudata, Aspilia erosa, Aspilia glaziovii, Aspilia cordifolia, Aspilia latissima, Aspilia rudis, Aspilia kotschyi, Aspilia albuquerquei, Aspilia foliosa, Aspilia espinhacensis, Aspilia rudis, Aspilia pereirae, Aspilia andrade-limae, Aspilia macrorrhiza, Aspilia eckendorffii, Aspilia natalensis, Aspilia ciliata, Aspilia angustifolia, Aspilia foliosa,

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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