Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rupestris
ID:
18122

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pomel) Brullo

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Webbia 34(1): 302 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017451

Common Names

  • Chiliadenus
  • Rocky Mountain Balsamroot
  • Rocky Mountain Balsamroots

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Description

Chiliadenus rupestris (also called rock-loving daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces small white flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Chiliadenus rupestris has been used as an ornamental plant, and for its medicinal properties, including as a treatment for fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chiliadenus rupestris has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chiliadenus rupestris is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to 6 months. It can also be propagated by division of the root ball.

Where to Find Chiliadenus rupestris

Chiliadenus rupestris can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona, California, and New Mexico.

Chiliadenus rupestris FAQ

What is Chiliadenus rupestris?

Chiliadenus rupestris is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family.

Where is Chiliadenus rupestris found?

Chiliadenus rupestris is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

What is the scientific classification of Chiliadenus rupestris?

Chiliadenus rupestris is classified as a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family.

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-116888: Based on the initial data import
Salvatore Brullo (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brullo' in the authors string.
Auguste Pomel (1821-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pomel' in the authors string.