Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prunifolia
ID:
14741

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
gcc

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 4(18): 231, t. 406 (ed. fol.) (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014070

Common Names

  • Calea prunifolia
  • Cherryleaf Calea
  • Cherryleaf Dream Herb

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Synonyms

  • Calea chocoensis Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Calea pittieri B.L.Rob. & Greenm. [unknown]

Description

Calea prunifolia (also called Black-eyed Susan, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Calea prunifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a cut flower. It is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calea prunifolia has small, white flowers that are arranged in a corymb-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings have opposite, oblong-lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea prunifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Calea prunifolia

Calea prunifolia is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open areas.

Calea prunifolia FAQ

What is the common name of Calea prunifolia?

Blue Calea

What is the scientific name of Blue Calea?

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What is the natural habitat of Calea prunifolia?

It is native to Mexico and grows in dry, rocky soils

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