Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ciliata
ID:
886

Status:
valid

Authors:
(I.C.Chung) Harling

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 42: 10 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000215

Common Names

  • Barnadesia ciliata
  • Pincushion Flower
  • Cotton Thistle

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Synonyms

  • Barnadesia lehmannii ciliata I.C.Chung [unknown]

Description

Barnadesia ciliata (also called Chilean bellflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Chile. It has white flowers and lanceolate leaves. It grows in grasslands and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Barnadesia ciliata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The leaves of this plant can be used as a tea substitute.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Barnadesia ciliata has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Barnadesia ciliata is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Barnadesia ciliata

Barnadesia ciliata is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.

Barnadesia ciliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Barnadesia ciliata?

Barnadesia ciliata

What is the common name of Barnadesia ciliata?

Chilean Bellflower

What is the natural habitat of Barnadesia ciliata?

It is native to Chile and grows in open forests, scrub, and rocky places.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-100201: Based on the initial data import
In Cho Chung (b.1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.C.Chung' in the authors string.
Gunnar Harling (1920-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harling' in the authors string.