Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
margaritensis
ID:
35274

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 20(3): 203 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034603

Common Names

  • Margaritensis Chromolaena
  • Margaritensis Chromolaena
  • Margaritensis Chromolaena

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Description

Chromolaena margaritensis (also called Margarite's Chromolaena, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has long, narrow leaves and white flower heads. It grows in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena margaritensis is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chromolaena margaritensis has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a single stem and a white taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena margaritensis is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or by division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Division of the rootstock should be done in early spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and moist soil.

Where to Find Chromolaena margaritensis

Chromolaena margaritensis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Hidalgo, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Chromolaena margaritensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chromolaena margaritensis?

Chromolaena margaritensis

What is the common name of Chromolaena margaritensis?

Pearl-flower

What is the habitat of Chromolaena margaritensis?

It grows in dry, rocky areas

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-133461: 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.
Emil Hassler (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hassl.' in the authors string.