Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sinuata
ID:
29735

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(3): 378 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029064

Common Names

  • Chaptalia
  • Sinuate Chaptalia
  • Chaptalia Sinuata

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Synonyms

  • Leria sinuata DC. [unknown]
  • Leria nutans sinuata Less. [unknown]

Description

Chaptalia sinuata (also called White-rayed Sunflower, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and typically grows in dry, open woods, fields, and roadsides. It has a single, erect stem, and is typically between 0.3 and 0.5 meters tall. Its leaves are lance-shaped, and its flowers are yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Chaptalia sinuata is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chaptalia sinuata is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaptalia sinuata is a perennial herb that is native to the southwestern United States. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is typically done by seed, which should be sown in spring or fall. Division can also be used to propagate the plant.

Where to Find Chaptalia sinuata

Chaptalia sinuata is native to Mexico and can be found in high-altitude grasslands.

Chaptalia sinuata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Chaptalia sinuata?

Chaptalia sinuata is native to Mexico.

What is the growth habit of Chaptalia sinuata?

Chaptalia sinuata is an evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 2m in height.

What is the best climate for Chaptalia sinuata?

Chaptalia sinuata prefers a warm, humid climate with plenty of sunlight.

Species in the Chaptalia genus

Chaptalia paramensis, Chaptalia hololeuca, Chaptalia ekmanii, Chaptalia denticellata, Chaptalia comptonioides, Chaptalia hermogenis, Chaptalia lyratifolia, Chaptalia rotundifolia, Chaptalia cipoensis, Chaptalia mandonii, Chaptalia dolichopoda, Chaptalia nipensis, Chaptalia isernina, Chaptalia leptophylla, Chaptalia anisobasis, Chaptalia callacallensis, Chaptalia stuebelii, Chaptalia sinuata, Chaptalia integerrima, Chaptalia pumila, Chaptalia hidalgoensis, Chaptalia pringlei, Chaptalia vegaensis, Chaptalia rocana, Chaptalia mornicola, Chaptalia angustata, Chaptalia piloselloides, Chaptalia denticulata, Chaptalia spathulata, Chaptalia transiliens, Chaptalia ignota, Chaptalia fallax, Chaptalia arechavaletae, Chaptalia meridensis, Chaptalia incana, Chaptalia crassiuscula, Chaptalia chapadensis, Chaptalia turquinensis, Chaptalia graminifolia, Chaptalia eggersii, Chaptalia nutans, Chaptalia flavicans, Chaptalia cordifolia, Chaptalia albicans, Chaptalia similis, Chaptalia shaferi, Chaptalia dentata, Chaptalia albicans, Chaptalia cordata, Chaptalia media,

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:192674-1: Based on the initial data import