Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cuneatus
ID:
124256

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Dittrich

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Boissiera 51: 74 (1996): (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123585

Common Names

  • Chamaeleon Cuneatus
  • Cuneatus Chamaeleon
  • Cuneatus Chameleon Plant

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Synonyms

  • Atractylis cuneata Boiss. [unknown]
  • Atractylodes cuneata (Boiss.) D.P.Petit [unknown]

Description

Chamaeleon cuneatus (also called cuneate chamaeleon, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It has small, white flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It grows in open grasslands and meadows, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaeleon cuneatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaeleon cuneatus is yellow in color and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaeleon cuneatus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming.

Where to Find Chamaeleon cuneatus

Chamaeleon cuneatus can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Chamaeleon cuneatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaeleon cuneatus?

Chamaeleon cuneatus

What is the common name of Chamaeleon cuneatus?

Cuneate chamaeleon

What type of plant is Chamaeleon cuneatus?

Perennial herb

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Manfred Dittrich (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dittrich' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:991714-1: Based on the initial data import