Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
denticellata
ID:
3466

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Ekman

Source:
gcc

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 23A(11): 98 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002795

Common Names

  • Denticulate Chaptalia
  • Denticulate Sunbonnet
  • Denticulate Sunray

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Description

Chaptalia denticellata (also called the Toothleaf Chaptalia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It has a rosette of leaves that are oblong and toothed, and small yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Chaptalia denticellata, commonly known as toothleaf, is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a food source for livestock and wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chaptalia denticellata is white or pinkish, with 5 petals and 5 sepals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaptalia denticellata is a perennial plant native to Mexico and Central America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Transplanting can be done in the fall or spring.

Where to Find Chaptalia denticellata

Chaptalia denticellata is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in dry, open areas such as deserts, grasslands, and scrublands.

Chaptalia denticellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaptalia denticellata?

Chaptalia denticellata

What is the common name of Chaptalia denticellata?

Toothed Chaptalia

What is the natural habitat of Chaptalia denticellata?

Dry, rocky slopes in the western United States

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-102692: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.