Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuicaulis
ID:
1239

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.D.Adams

Source:
gcc

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 15(3): 439 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000568



Common Names

  • Tenuicaulis Bafutia
  • Tenuicaulis Aster
  • Tenuicaulis Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Bafutia tenuicaulis tenuicaulis [unknown]

Description

Bafutia tenuicaulis (also called Slender-stemmed Bafutia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is usually found in grasslands and open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bafutia tenuicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bafutia tenuicaulis var. zapfackiana Beentje & B.J.Pollard

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bafutia tenuicaulis has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bafutia tenuicaulis is a perennial herb that is native to the tropical regions of South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Bafutia tenuicaulis

Bafutia tenuicaulis is native to Cameroon and can be found in the provinces of Centre, Littoral, and West.

Bafutia tenuicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bafutia tenuicaulis?

Bafutia tenuicaulis

What is the common name of Bafutia tenuicaulis?

Bafutia

What is the family of Bafutia tenuicaulis?

Asteraceae

Species in the Bafutia 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-10054: Based on the initial data import
Charles Dennis Adams (1920-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.Adams' in the authors string.