Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
isernina
ID:
19633

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Madrid, Ci. 4, fasc. 2: 212 [reprint page (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018962

Common Names

  • Isernina Chaptalia
  • Isernina Daisy
  • Isernina Starburst

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Description

Chaptalia isernina (also called Isern's Chaptalia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of about 0.5 m and has white flowers. It is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chaptalia isernina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaptalia isernina has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaptalia isernina is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Chaptalia isernina

Chaptalia isernina is found in the Iberian Peninsula, including Spain and Portugal.

Chaptalia isernina FAQ

What are the common names of Chaptalia isernina?

Isern's Chaptalia

What is the optimal growing environment for Chaptalia isernina?

Chaptalia isernina prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the average size of Chaptalia isernina?

Chaptalia isernina typically grows to be about 8-10 inches tall and 12-18 inches wide.

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-118333: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.