Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
campestris
ID:
11310

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 20(3): 200 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010639

Common Names

  • Campestris Chromolaena
  • Campestris Chromolaena Daisy
  • Campestris Chromolaena Flower

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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium campestre DC. [unknown]

Description

Chromolaena campestris (also called Field Chromolaena, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a solitary flower head. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena campestris is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has small, white flowers and is often used to attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used for erosion control and to help prevent soil loss.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chromolaena campestris has white flowers with yellow centers and a diameter of 1-2 inches. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena campestris is an annual plant native to Central America. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F).

Where to Find Chromolaena campestris

Chromolaena campestris is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Chromolaena campestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chromolaena campestris?

Chromolaena campestris

What is the common name of Chromolaena campestris?

Field thistle

What is the habitat of Chromolaena campestris?

Grassy areas, roadsides, and disturbed sites

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-110304: 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.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.