Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 32: 414 (-415), fig (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063393
Common Names
- Barnadesia kingii
- King's Barnadesia
- Kingii Barnadesia
Description
Barnadesia kingii (also called King's Barnadesia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is typically found in dry, rocky areas. It has a woody stem with small, oval leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Barnadesia kingii is a perennial herb that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Barnadesia kingii has small, yellow flower heads that are made up of many tiny flowers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Barnadesia kingii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Barnadesia kingii
Barnadesia kingii is native to South America and can be found in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and grasslands.
Barnadesia kingii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barnadesia kingii?
Barnadesia kingii
What is the family of Barnadesia kingii?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Barnadesia kingii?
King's Barnadesia
Species in the Barnadesia genus
Barnadesia ciliata,
Barnadesia blakeana,
Barnadesia spinosa,
Barnadesia polyacantha,
Barnadesia arborea,
Barnadesia pycnophylla,
Barnadesia odorata,
Barnadesia spinosa,
Barnadesia dombeyana,
Barnadesia macbridei,
Barnadesia reticulata,
Barnadesia spinosa,
Barnadesia horrida,
Barnadesia kingii,
Barnadesia glomerata,
Barnadesia lehmannii,
Barnadesia corymbosa,
Barnadesia wurdackii,
Barnadesia caryophylla,
Barnadesia parviflora,
Barnadesia macrocephala,
Barnadesia woodii,
Barnadesia hutchisoniana,
Barnadesia jelskii,
Barnadesia aculeata,
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,