Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pohliana
ID:
30605

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(3): 266 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029934

Common Names

  • Pohl's Calea
  • Pohl Calea
  • Pohl's Dream-herb

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Synonyms

  • Calea pohliana pohliana [unknown]

Description

Calea pohliana (also called White-flowered Calea, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Calea pohliana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive, purple flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calea pohliana has small yellow flowers with a single row of petals. Its seeds are small, black and have a rough texture. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea pohliana is a perennial plant that can be grown from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be placed in a warm, bright location with moist soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Calea pohliana

Calea pohliana can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in the states of Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Calea pohliana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calea pohliana?

Calea pohliana

What type of plant is Calea pohliana?

Herbaceous perennial

Where does Calea pohliana grow?

It grows in dry meadows and pastures in Central and South America

Species in the Calea genus

Calea nervosa, Calea perimbricata, Calea ulei, Calea senecioides, Calea gentianoides, Calea rotundifolia, Calea clausseniana, Calea abbreviata, Calea martiana, Calea ferruginea, Calea linearifolia, Calea stenophylla, Calea irwinii, Calea peruviana, Calea sublantanoides, Calea ramosissima, Calea teucriifolia, Calea yuruparina, Calea lucidivenia, Calea marginata, Calea lemmatioides, Calea perijaensis, Calea divergens, Calea umbellulata, Calea prunifolia, Calea solidaginea, Calea rojasiana, Calea abelioides, Calea hymenolepis, Calea clematidea, Calea bahiensis, Calea microphylla, Calea tridactylita, Calea purpurea, Calea morii, Calea longipedicellata, Calea villosa, Calea polycephala, Calea sipapoana, Calea nana, Calea rupicola, Calea nematophylla, Calea kirkbridei, Calea wedelioides, Calea neblinensis, Calea pohliana, Calea dalyi, Calea chapadensis, Calea trichotoma, Calea annua,

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-128934: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.