Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rojasii
ID:
129638

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 20(3): 205 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128967

Common Names

  • Rojas' Chromolaena
  • Chromolaena Rojasii
  • Rojas Chromolaena

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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium rojasii Hassl. [unknown]

Description

Chromolaena rojasii (also called Rojas' Chromolaena, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It has small, ovate, dark green leaves and produces small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena rojasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chromolaena rojasii has white, star-shaped flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena rojasii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn, or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Chromolaena rojasii

Chromolaena rojasii is native to the Caribbean islands of Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola. It is found in dry, sandy soils and is often found in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Chromolaena rojasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chromolaena rojasii?

Chromolaena rojasii

Where is Chromolaena rojasii found?

It is found in Central and South America.

What is the growth habit of Chromolaena rojasii?

It is an herbaceous perennial with a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem.

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-89920: 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.
Emil Hassler (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hassl.' in the authors string.