Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mucronata
ID:
6839

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 37: 457 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006168

Common Names

  • Chromolaena mucronata
  • Sharp-pointed Chromolaena
  • Sharp-pointed Siam Weed

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Synonyms

  • Osmia mucronata Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium subserratum Gardner [unknown]
  • Osmia subserrata Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium conyzoides mucronatum (Gardner) Baker [unknown]
  • Eupatorium mucronatum Gardner [unknown]
  • Chromolaena polyantha (Sch.Bip. ex Baker) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Chromolaena mucronata (also called Mucronate Chromolaena, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It is native to South America, from Mexico to Argentina. It is found in moist, shady areas such as forests, woodlands and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena mucronata is used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chromolaena mucronata has white flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 1 mm. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a diameter of 5 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena mucronata is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Chromolaena mucronata

Chromolaena mucronata can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Chromolaena mucronata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chromolaena mucronata?

Chromolaena mucronata

What type of plant is Chromolaena mucronata?

It is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Chromolaena mucronata?

It is native to South America

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-105943: 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.
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.