Chromolaena
Chromolaena is a genus of about 165 species of perennials and shrubs in the family Asteraceae. The name is derived from the Greek words (), meaning "color", and () or () meaning "cloak". It refers to the colored phyllaries of some species. Members of the genus are native to the Americas, from the southern United States to South America (especially Brazil). One species, Chromolaena odorata, has been introduced to many parts of the world where it is considered a weed.
Species
GENUS
- KingdomPlantae
- PhylumTracheophyta
- ClassMagnoliopsida
- OrderAsterales
- FamilyAsteraceae
Observations recorded111,458
via GBIF · Kew POWO
Research
278 papers- Chromolaena odorata: A neglected weed with a wide spectrum of pharmacological activities (Review).Molecular medicine reports · 2017
- Wound Healing Property Review of Siam Weed, Chromolaena odorata.Pharmacognosy reviews · 2017
- Phytoprostane and phenolic compounds from Chromolaena palmaris.