Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kingii
ID:
56309

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) H.Rob. & Skvarla

Source:
gcc

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 122(2): 141 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000055638



Common Names

  • Acilepis kingii
  • King's Acilepis
  • King Acilepis


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia kingii C.B.Clarke [unknown]

Description

Acilepis kingii (also called King's Acilepis, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a slender stem, reaching a height of up to 1 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sandy soils, such as dunes and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Acilepis kingii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acilepis kingii has small, yellow flowers with dark centers and long, narrow leaves. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and are light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acilepis kingii is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the root clumps in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be sown in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Acilepis kingii

Acilepis kingii is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Acilepis kingii FAQ

What are the optimal growing conditions for Acilepis kingii?

Acilepis kingii prefers full sun to partial shade, and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C.

What type of soil is best for Acilepis kingii?

Acilepis kingii prefers well-drained soil, but can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

What is the best way to propagate Acilepis kingii?

Acilepis kingii can be propagated by seed or by division of existing plants.

Species in the Acilepis genus

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-154280: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
John Jerome Skvarla (1935-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skvarla' in the authors string.