Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kunthiana
ID:
117216

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Zardini

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 74(2): 431 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116545

Common Names

  • Lucilia Kunthiana
  • Kunthiana Lucilia
  • Kunthiana Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Lucilia affinis Wedd. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium depressum Nutt. [unknown]
  • Lucilia violacea Wedd. [unknown]
  • Merope kunthiana (DC.) Wedd. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium kunthianum (DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Lucilia pusilla (Kunth) Hieron. [unknown]
  • Conyza pusilla Kunth [unknown]
  • Lucilia venezuelensis Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Belloa lehmannii (Hieron.) Anderb. & S.E.Freire [unknown]
  • Lucilia lehmannii Hieron. [unknown]
  • Lucilia pusilla Hieron. ex Sodiro [unknown]
  • Conyza kunthiana DC. [unknown]
  • Mniodes kunthiana (DC.) S.E.Freire, Chemisquy, Anderb. & Urtubey [unknown]
  • Mniodes lehmannii (Hieron.) S.E.Freire, Chemisquy, Anderb. & Urtubey [unknown]

Description

Lucilia kunthiana (also called 'Kunth's Lucilia', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a tall stem with small yellow flower heads. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lucilia kunthiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is a great source of food for pollinators. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lucilia kunthiana is yellow and has a daisy-like appearance. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lucilia kunthiana is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Lucilia kunthiana

Lucilia kunthiana is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It can be found in open woods, fields, and roadsides.

Lucilia kunthiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lucilia kunthiana?

Lucilia kunthiana

What is the common name of Lucilia kunthiana?

Kunth's Daisy

What is the habitat of Lucilia kunthiana?

It is found in dry, sandy soils, open woods, and disturbed areas.

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Elsa Matilde Zardini (1949-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zardini' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:944725-1: Based on the initial data import