Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
gigantea
ID:
1332181

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eggli) Niederle

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Skalnickáruv rok 73: 17 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344635

Common Names

  • Chaloupkaea gigantea
  • Giant Stonecrop
  • Giant Wall-Rocket

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Description

Chaloupkaea gigantea (also called Giant Button, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem. It is native to Turkey and is found in rocky, sunny places.

Uses & Benefits

Chaloupkaea gigantea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal teas for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and abdominal pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaloupkaea gigantea has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaloupkaea gigantea is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Chaloupkaea gigantea

Chaloupkaea gigantea is native to the Mediterranean, where it can be found in moist meadows and grassy slopes at elevations of 1,000-2,000 m.

Chaloupkaea gigantea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaloupkaea gigantea?

Chaloupkaea gigantea

What is the common name of Chaloupkaea gigantea?

Giant Daisy

Where is Chaloupkaea gigantea found?

Chaloupkaea gigantea is found in Turkey.

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

References

Urs Eggli (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eggli' in the authors string.
Josef Niederle: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Niederle' in the authors string.