Status:
valid
Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 51: 180, fig (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061738
Common Names
- Chachapoyensis Cronquistianthus
- Chachapoyensis Star-thistle
- Cronquistianthus chachapoyensis
Synonyms
- Eupatorium chachapoyense (R.M.King & H.Rob.) B.L.Turner [unknown]
Description
Cronquistianthus chachapoyensis (also called Chachapoyan everlasting, Chachapoyan strawflower, and many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has a slender, branched stem and grows up to 1 meter tall. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in dry, sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Cronquistianthus chachapoyensis is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cronquistianthus chachapoyensis is a white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and oval-shaped.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cronquistianthus chachapoyensis is a perennial plant that is native to Peru. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly during the growing season.
Where to Find Cronquistianthus chachapoyensis
Cronquistianthus chachapoyensis is native to Peru and can be found in humid montane forests.
Cronquistianthus chachapoyensis FAQ
What are the common names for Cronquistianthus chachapoyensis?
Cronquistianthus chachapoyensis is commonly known as Chachapoyan aster.
What is the natural habitat of Cronquistianthus chachapoyensis?
Cronquistianthus chachapoyensis is native to the Chachapoyas region of Peru.
What is the growth habit of Cronquistianthus chachapoyensis?
Cronquistianthus chachapoyensis is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of about 3-4 feet (1-1.2 m).
Species in the Cronquistianthus genus
Cronquistianthus leucophyllus,
Cronquistianthus urubambensis,
Cronquistianthus celendensis,
Cronquistianthus volkensii,
Cronquistianthus niveus,
Cronquistianthus rosei,
Cronquistianthus lavandulifolius,
Cronquistianthus chachapoyensis,
Cronquistianthus loxensis,
Cronquistianthus pseudoriganoides,
Cronquistianthus celendinensis,
Cronquistianthus trianae,
Cronquistianthus marrubiifolius,
Cronquistianthus bulliferus,
Cronquistianthus macbridei,
Cronquistianthus ferreyrii,
Cronquistianthus determinatus,
Cronquistianthus bishopii,
Cronquistianthus origanoides,
Cronquistianthus lopez-mirandae,
Cronquistianthus ferreyrae,
Cronquistianthus chamaedrifolius,
Cronquistianthus glomeratus,
Cronquistianthus callacatensis,
Cronquistianthus desmophyllus,
Cronquistianthus bullifer,
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,