Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
maximilianii
ID:
4129

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49(1): 4 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003458

Common Names

  • Chromolaena maximilianii
  • Maximilian's Chromolaena
  • Maximilian Chromolaena

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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium hispidulum (DC.) Malme [unknown]
  • Eupatorium maximiliani maximiliani [unknown]
  • Osmia maximiliani Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium maximiliani Schrad. ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Chromolaena maximilianii (also called Maximilian's Chromolaena, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves with white flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena maximilianii is used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and malaria. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chromolaena maximilianii has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena maximilianii is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings in spring or summer. Take cuttings from the tips of the stems and remove the lower leaves. Plant the cuttings in a well-drained potting mix and keep them in a warm, bright location. Water regularly and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Chromolaena maximilianii

Chromolaena maximilianii is native to Central and South America and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Chromolaena maximilianii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chromolaena maximilianii?

Chromolaena maximilianii

What is the common name of Chromolaena maximilianii?

Maximilian's Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Chromolaena maximilianii?

Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides

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-103339: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Schrader (1767-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schrad.' in the authors string.
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.