Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
xestolepidoides
ID:
30071

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 499 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029400

Common Names

  • Chromolaena Xestolepidoides
  • Xestolepidoides Chromolaena
  • Xestolepidoides Siam Weed

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Description

Chromolaena xestolepidoides (also called white-flowered everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white-hairy leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena xestolepidoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The leaves can be used as a tea substitute and the plant is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chromolaena xestolepidoides is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena xestolepidoides is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist soil. Cultivation is best done in well-drained soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Chromolaena xestolepidoides

Chromolaena xestolepidoides can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida.

Chromolaena xestolepidoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chromolaena xestolepidoides?

Chromolaena xestolepidoides

What is the common name of Chromolaena xestolepidoides?

Xestolepidoides Chromolaena

What is the natural habitat of Chromolaena xestolepidoides?

Chromolaena xestolepidoides is found in dry, open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

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-128413: 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.
John Julius Wurdack (1921-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wurdack' in the authors string.