Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
bahamensis
ID:
26465

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Northr.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 20(3): 199 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025794

Common Names

  • Chromolaena
  • Bahamensis
  • Siam Weed

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Description

Chromolaena bahamensis (also called Chromolaena bahamensis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean region. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils and is characterized by its small, white flowers and deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena bahamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a food source for livestock, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chromolaena bahamensis has small, white flowers with five petals and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena bahamensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seeds or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-8.

Where to Find Chromolaena bahamensis

Chromolaena bahamensis is found in the Bahamas, Cuba, and Hispaniola.

Chromolaena bahamensis FAQ

What is the common name of Chromolaena bahamensis?

Bahama Chromolaena

What is the native range of Chromolaena bahamensis?

Caribbean

What type of plant is Chromolaena bahamensis?

Herb

Species in the Chromolaena genus

Chromolaena larensis, Chromolaena squalida, Chromolaena collina, Chromolaena heteroclinia, Chromolaena santanensis, Chromolaena trujillensis, Chromolaena mallota, Chromolaena maximilianii, Chromolaena anachoretica, Chromolaena elliptica, Chromolaena myriocephala, Chromolaena arrayana, Chromolaena pseudinsignis, Chromolaena oxylepis, Chromolaena geranifolia, Chromolaena mucronata, Chromolaena corymbosa, Chromolaena horminoides, Chromolaena callilepis, Chromolaena bullata, Chromolaena chrysosticta, Chromolaena campestris, Chromolaena porphyrolepis, Chromolaena tamaulipasensis, Chromolaena pellia, Chromolaena sagittata, Chromolaena impetiolaris, Chromolaena kleinii, Chromolaena arnottiana, Chromolaena xestolepis, Chromolaena caldensis, Chromolaena bigelovii, Chromolaena breedlovei, Chromolaena picta, Chromolaena tunariensis, Chromolaena ossaeana, Chromolaena integrifolia, Chromolaena hookeriana, Chromolaena bathyphlebia, Chromolaena lucayana, Chromolaena herzogii, Chromolaena bahamensis, Chromolaena roseorum, Chromolaena macrantha, Chromolaena moritziana, Chromolaena steyermarkiana, Chromolaena xestolepidoides, Chromolaena pedunculosa, Chromolaena ponsiae, Chromolaena orbignyana,

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-12492: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Alice Belle Northrop (1864-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Northr.' in the authors string.