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Chrysanthellum

Scientific Name: Chrysanthellum

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

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Chrysanthellum: A Botanical Overview

This page provides information on the plant genus Chrysanthellum, focusing particularly on Chrysanthellum americanum and Chrysanthellum indicum and their subspecies. It explores their medicinal properties, origins, composition, and uses.

Considerations for Pets and Children

  • The text mentions the plant's use in traditional medicine and its presence in creams and supplements, suggesting potential exposure in household environments.
  • The plant is described as resembling chamomile and having yellow flowers. While not inherently dangerous, visual similarities to other plants could lead to accidental ingestion, especially by children or pets.

Scientific Name and Common Names

  • Scientific Name: Chrysanthellum (Genus), with key species being Chrysanthellum americanum and Chrysanthellum indicum.
  • Common Name: It is sometimes referred to as "golden camomile." The Spanish name "botn amarillo" is also listed.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Family: Asteraceae (also known as Compositae, which is an older name)
  • Rank: Genus
  • Key Taxa: The text mentions Chrysanthellum americanum (L.) Vatke, Chrysanthellum indicum DC., and Chrysanthellum indicum DC. subsp. afroamericanum B.L. Turner.
  • Synonyms: Hinterhubera kotschyi Sch.Bip. ex Hochst. is noted as a synonym for Chrysanthellum indicum DC. ssp. afroamericanum B. L. Turner.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Chrysanthellum americanum is found in Central America and the West Indies.
  • Chrysanthellum indicum subsp. afroamericanum is native to the high plateaus of Africa, although some sources suggest that Chrysanthellum americanum (and possibly by extension, this subspecies) may originate from South America.
  • Specific locations mentioned include Fernandina, Isabela (Wolf, Darwin, Alcedo, Sierra Negra, Cerro Azul), Santiago, Rabida, Santa Cruz, and Santa Fe.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Chrysanthellum resembles chamomile and has yellow flowers.

Traditional and Medicinal Uses

  • Chrysanthellum americanum is used to support liver health, manage cholesterol and hyperlipidemia, and regulate fats. It is indicated for comfort of the liver, especially after overeating.
  • It is used in phytotherapy for liver and gallbladder ailments.
  • The plant is used to combat heavy legs and may help with gallstones.
  • It is also used as a liver protector for dietary excesses, intoxications, alcoholism, and cirrhosis.

Composition and Active Compounds

  • Chrysanthellum americanum is rich in flavonoids (hepatoprotective and promote microcirculation) and saponins (Chrysantellines A and B).

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The text mentions a sea anemone, Halcampa chrysanthellum, sharing a similar name. The Halcampa is also described, including its dimensions and coloring.

Quirky Facts

  • The name Chrysanthellum comes from the Greek words "Chrusos" (gold) and "Anthemis" (chamomile).

Resources and Further Information

  • The Plant List: Provides a list of accepted species names within the Chrysanthellum genus.
  • WoRMS (World Register of Marine Species): Contains information about Halcampa chrysanthellum.
  • SANBI (South African National Biodiversity Institute) and UKSI (UK Species Inventory): Referenced for taxonomic information, although the specific search for Chrysanthellum+indicum+subsp.+afro-americanum was unsuccessful.
  • Biodiversity Heritage Library: Contains a taxonomic study of Chrysanthellum (Asteraceae, Coreopsideae).