Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
persericea
ID:
63608

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 47: 237, fig (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062937

Common Names

  • Chromolaena persericea
  • Persericea's Chromolaena
  • Chromolaena

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Description

Chromolaena persericea (also called Siam Weed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, and is found in open, disturbed habitats. It has ovate leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena persericea is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for making dyes and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chromolaena persericea is a white composite flower head with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and slightly flattened. The seedlings are small and slender with a single, long, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena persericea is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and warm temperatures.

Where to Find Chromolaena persericea

Chromolaena persericea is native to Central and South America and can be found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.

Chromolaena persericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chromolaena persericea?

Chromolaena persericea

What is the common name of Chromolaena persericea?

Persian Chromolaena

What is the habitat of Chromolaena persericea?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

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-19928: 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.