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Limestone Thoroughwort

This page provides information about Limestone Thoroughwort, a plant known for its preference for limestone-rich environments.

Scientific Name and Common Names

• Scientific Name: Several species are mentioned with the common name "Limestone Thoroughwort," including:
  • Chromolaena borinquensis (Britton) R.M. King & H. Rob.
  • Chromolaena corymbosa (Aubl.) R.M.King & H.Rob.
• Common Name: Limestone Thoroughwort

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

• Family: Asteraceae
• Genus: Chromolaena
• Synonyms:
  • Eupatorium borinquense (Britton) B.L. Rob.
  • Osmia borinquensis Britton

Distribution and Habitat

• Limestone Thoroughwort is associated with limestone hills, rocky ravines, and areas where limestone is near the surface.
• It's found in dry soils and open areas, especially on limestone.
• One species, Chromolaena corymbosa, is also known as Caribbean Thoroughwort.
• Another species, Chromolaena frustrata, is also known as Cape Sable Thoroughwort.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

• Limestone Thoroughwort (Chromolaena borinquensis) is a shrub and a perennial plant.
• It can tolerate minimum temperatures a few degrees below zero.
• It prefers a range of soil types including sand, loam, clay, or limestone.

Considerations for Pets

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Considerations for Children

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Further Information

• Information can be found on Discover Life's page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution.
• The Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS) and uBio are listed as resources.
• Information can be found in the USDA database.
• Plant information, identification information on uses and more can be found at Garden Guides.