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
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.
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 Chaloupkaea genus
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.