Status:
valid
Authors:
Casar.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1842
Citation Micro:
Atti Riunione Sci. Ital. 3: 514 (1841 publ. 1842)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127876
Common Names
- Chaptalia araneosa
- Spidery Chaptalia
- Araneose Chaptalia
Synonyms
- Gerbera araneosa Sch.Bip. [unknown]
- Thyrsanthema araneosa Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Chaptalia araneosa (also called Spidery Chaptalia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to North America and is found in dry, open areas. It has white flowers and lance-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Chaptalia araneosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chaptalia araneosa is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chaptalia araneosa is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. The divisions should be planted in early spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The plants should be spaced about 12 inches apart. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Chaptalia araneosa
Chaptalia araneosa is native to the Andes Mountains and can be found in the high-altitude grasslands of the region.
Chaptalia araneosa FAQ
What are the common names of Chaptalia araneosa?
Common names of Chaptalia araneosa include Spiderflower and Spider daisy.
What is the scientific classification of Chaptalia araneosa?
Chaptalia araneosa belongs to the family Asteraceae and the genus Chaptalia.
Where is Chaptalia araneosa found?
Chaptalia araneosa is found in the western United States and northern Mexico.
Species in the Chaptalia genus
Chaptalia paramensis,
Chaptalia hololeuca,
Chaptalia ekmanii,
Chaptalia denticellata,
Chaptalia comptonioides,
Chaptalia hermogenis,
Chaptalia lyratifolia,
Chaptalia rotundifolia,
Chaptalia cipoensis,
Chaptalia mandonii,
Chaptalia dolichopoda,
Chaptalia nipensis,
Chaptalia isernina,
Chaptalia leptophylla,
Chaptalia anisobasis,
Chaptalia callacallensis,
Chaptalia stuebelii,
Chaptalia sinuata,
Chaptalia integerrima,
Chaptalia pumila,
Chaptalia hidalgoensis,
Chaptalia pringlei,
Chaptalia vegaensis,
Chaptalia rocana,
Chaptalia mornicola,
Chaptalia angustata,
Chaptalia piloselloides,
Chaptalia denticulata,
Chaptalia spathulata,
Chaptalia transiliens,
Chaptalia ignota,
Chaptalia fallax,
Chaptalia arechavaletae,
Chaptalia meridensis,
Chaptalia incana,
Chaptalia crassiuscula,
Chaptalia chapadensis,
Chaptalia turquinensis,
Chaptalia graminifolia,
Chaptalia eggersii,
Chaptalia nutans,
Chaptalia flavicans,
Chaptalia cordifolia,
Chaptalia albicans,
Chaptalia similis,
Chaptalia shaferi,
Chaptalia dentata,
Chaptalia albicans,
Chaptalia cordata,
Chaptalia media,
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,