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
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.
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 Chamaeleon genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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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,