Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cearensis
ID:
136395

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.U.Santos

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Paraense Emilio Goeldi, N.S., Bot. 9(2): 210. 1994 [1993 publ. 1994]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135724

Common Names

  • Aspilia Cearensis
  • Cearensis Aspilia
  • Aspilia Cearensis L.

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Description

Aspilia cearensis (also called Cearensis knapweed, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves with a single stem and a few lateral branches. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aspilia cearensis is used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspilia cearensis is a small, yellow flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspilia cearensis is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best propagated by division in the spring or autumn. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Aspilia cearensis

Aspilia cearensis is native to the Cerrado region of Brazil and can be found in the wild in the region.

Aspilia cearensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspilia cearensis?

Aspilia cearensis

What is the common name of Aspilia cearensis?

Ceara aspilia

What is the natural habitat of Aspilia cearensis?

It is found in dry, sandy soils in the Brazilian state of Ceará

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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