Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ponsiae
ID:
32920

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.M.Badillo

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Ernstia 5(2): 82 (1995), as 'ponsii' (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032249

Common Names

  • Chromolaena ponsiae
  • Pons' Chromolaena
  • Pons' Siamweed

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Description

Chromolaena ponsiae (also called Pons' Chromolaena, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with white flowers. It is native to South America, and is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena ponsiae is an ornamental plant that can be used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chromolaena ponsiae is yellow and has a daisy-like structure. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena ponsiae is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to allow for adequate air circulation and space for the plants to grow. Division can be done in the spring or fall by carefully digging up the clumps and dividing them into smaller sections. The divisions should be replanted immediately and watered well.

Where to Find Chromolaena ponsiae

Chromolaena ponsiae is native to the Caribbean region and can be found in areas with warm and humid climates such as Jamaica, Haiti, and Cuba.

Chromolaena ponsiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chromolaena ponsiae?

Chromolaena ponsiae

What is the common name of Chromolaena ponsiae?

Pons' Chromolaena

Where is Chromolaena ponsiae found?

Chromolaena ponsiae is found in the Caribbean

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-131186: Based on the initial data import
Víctor Manuel Badillo (1920-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.M.Badillo' in the authors string.