Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pseudinsignis
ID:
6470

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 47: 238, fig (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005799

Common Names

  • Chromolaena pseudinsignis
  • False Chromolaena
  • False Chromolaena Aster

Searching for Chromolaena pseudinsignis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Chromolaena pseudinsignis (also called False Chromolaena, among many other common names) is an herb native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena pseudinsignis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chromolaena pseudinsignis has white flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a rough surface. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

Searching for Chromolaena pseudinsignis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena pseudinsignis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Chromolaena pseudinsignis

Chromolaena pseudinsignis is native to tropical Africa and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Chromolaena pseudinsignis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chromolaena pseudinsignis?

Chromolaena pseudinsignis

What is the natural habitat of Chromolaena pseudinsignis?

Chromolaena pseudinsignis is found in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and grasslands.

What is the flowering period of Chromolaena pseudinsignis?

Chromolaena pseudinsignis flowers from April to October.

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-105583: 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.