Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
thomsonii
ID:
105793

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
gcc

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Compos. Ind. : 169 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000105122

Common Names

  • Thomson's Cremanthodium
  • Cremanthodium thomsonii
  • Thomson's Daisy

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Description

Cremanthodium thomsonii (also called Thomson's Cudweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Cremanthodium thomsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, dysentery, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cremanthodium thomsonii is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are green and have a single stem with a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cremanthodium thomsonii is a perennial herb that is native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two to three months.

Where to Find Cremanthodium thomsonii

Cremanthodium thomsonii can be found in the Himalayan region of Asia.

Cremanthodium thomsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cremanthodium thomsonii?

Cremanthodium thomsonii

What are the common names of Cremanthodium thomsonii?

Common names of Cremanthodium thomsonii include Thomson's daisy and Thomson's aster

Where does Cremanthodium thomsonii grow?

Cremanthodium thomsonii grows in temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America

Species in the Cremanthodium genus

Cremanthodium smithianum, Cremanthodium delavayi, Cremanthodium glandulipilosum, Cremanthodium sino-oblongatum, Cremanthodium brunneopilosum, Cremanthodium pinnatifidum, Cremanthodium microphyllum, Cremanthodium nobile, Cremanthodium conaense, Cremanthodium campanulatum, Cremanthodium sagittifolium, Cremanthodium potaninii, Cremanthodium pseudo-oblongatum, Cremanthodium nervosum, Cremanthodium variifolium, Cremanthodium trilobum, Cremanthodium phyllodineum, Cremanthodium oblongatum, Cremanthodium forrestii, Cremanthodium brachychaetum, Cremanthodium pinnatisectum, Cremanthodium obovatum, Cremanthodium daochengense, Cremanthodium nanum, Cremanthodium microglossum, Cremanthodium pulchrum, Cremanthodium bupleurifolium, Cremanthodium discoideum, Cremanthodium spathulifolium, Cremanthodium ellisii, Cremanthodium arnicoides, Cremanthodium suave, Cremanthodium atrocapitatum, Cremanthodium laciniatum, Cremanthodium laciniatum, Cremanthodium glaucum, Cremanthodium reniforme, Cremanthodium pilosum, Cremanthodium nepalense, Cremanthodium palmatum, Cremanthodium chungdienense, Cremanthodium cyclaminanthum, Cremanthodium angustifolium, Cremanthodium bhutanicum, Cremanthodium lineare, Cremanthodium bulbilliferum, Cremanthodium principis, Cremanthodium dissectum, Cremanthodium campanulatum, Cremanthodium botrycephalum,

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-630: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.