Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tunariensis
ID:
24448

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 20(3): 207 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023777

Common Names

  • Tunariensis Chromolaena
  • Tunariensis Siamweed
  • Tunariensis False-sage

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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium tunariense B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium conyzoides tunariensis Hieron. [deprecated]
  • Eupatorium conyzoides tunariense Hieron. [unknown]

Description

Chromolaena tunariensis (also called Tunari Chromolaena, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to South America. It is found in open fields, roadsides, and other disturbed areas. It has a tall, erect stem and is covered in gray-green leaves. Its flowers are white and bloom in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena tunariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, including fever, malaria, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chromolaena tunariensis is a yellow, daisy-like flower head. The seeds are small, black, and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small, green, and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena tunariensis is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and dry, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in early spring. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Chromolaena tunariensis

Chromolaena tunariensis is native to Bolivia and can be found in dry, rocky areas and along roadsides.

Chromolaena tunariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasianthus longicaudus?

Lasianthus longicaudus

What is the common name of Lasianthus longicaudus?

Longicaudus Lasianthus

Where is Lasianthus longicaudus native to?

Southern China

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-122969: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
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.