Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hyperchlora
ID:
47438

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 74: 415 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046767

Common Names

  • Achyrocline hyperchlora
  • Hyperchlora Achyrocline
  • Hyperchlora Daisy

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Description

Achyrocline hyperchlora (also called white-flowered achyrocline, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It has white flower heads and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to South America, and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Achyrocline hyperchlora is used in traditional medicine for treating fever and as a diuretic. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Achyrocline hyperchlora has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achyrocline hyperchlora is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized occasionally.

Where to Find Achyrocline hyperchlora

Achyrocline hyperchlora is native to the mountains of South America, including the Andes and the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.

Achyrocline hyperchlora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achyrocline hyperchlora?

Achyrocline hyperchlora

What is the common name of Achyrocline hyperchlora?

Hyperchlora Sunflower

What is the natural habitat of Achyrocline hyperchlora?

Grasslands, scrub and open woodland

Species in the Achyrocline genus

Achyrocline lehmannii, Achyrocline gaudens, Achyrocline alata, Achyrocline crassiuscula, Achyrocline ventosa, Achyrocline ramosissima, Achyrocline arrojadoana, Achyrocline crassiceps, Achyrocline gertiana, Achyrocline marchiorii, Achyrocline bogotensis, Achyrocline flaccida, Achyrocline satureioides, Achyrocline latifolia, Achyrocline anabelae, Achyrocline virescens, Achyrocline albicans, Achyrocline glandulosa, Achyrocline hyperchlora, Achyrocline tombadorensis, Achyrocline ribasiana, Achyrocline hirta, Achyrocline gardneri, Achyrocline oaxacana, Achyrocline vargasiana, Achyrocline ramosissima, Achyrocline deflexa, Achyrocline luisiana, Achyrocline scandens, Achyrocline mathiolifolia, Achyrocline mollis, Achyrocline venosa, Achyrocline hallii, Achyrocline trianae, Achyrocline disjuncta, Achyrocline tomentosa, Achyrocline peruviana, Achyrocline macella, Achyrocline celosioides, Achyrocline vauthieriana, Achyrocline guerreroana, Achyrocline flavida, Achyrocline rupestris, Achyrocline chionaea, Achyrocline eriodes, Achyrocline heringeri,

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-145221: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.