Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Narain, Lata & Juhi Singh
Source:
ipni
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Indian J. Forest. 31(3): 443 (-446; figs.) (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331539
Common Names
- Blumea Sonbhadrensis
- Sonbhadrensis Blumea
- Sonbhadrensis Blumea
Description
Blumea sonbhadrensis (also called Sonbhadra Blumea, among many other common names) is an annual herb with white ray florets and yellow disc florets. It is native to India, and is found in dry, open grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Blumea sonbhadrensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicines. It is also used as a food source and for its anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Blumea sonbhadrensis has yellow flowers with a white centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Blumea sonbhadrensis is a perennial herb native to India. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Blumea sonbhadrensis
Blumea sonbhadrensis can be found in the mountains of India.
Blumea sonbhadrensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Blumea sonbhadrensis?
Blumea sonbhadrensis
What is the common name of Blumea sonbhadrensis?
Sonbhadra Blumea
What is the natural habitat of Blumea sonbhadrensis?
It is native to the Indian states of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh
Species in the Blumea genus
Blumea linearis,
Blumea balsamifera,
Blumea laevis,
Blumea eriantha,
Blumea ramosii,
Blumea virens,
Blumea oblongifolia,
Blumea timorensis,
Blumea bovei,
Blumea obovata,
Blumea vestita,
Blumea borneensis,
Blumea mindanaensis,
Blumea stenophylla,
Blumea sikkimensis,
Blumea vanoverberghii,
Blumea incisa,
Blumea hossei,
Blumea belangeriana,
Blumea tenella,
Blumea lanceolaria,
Blumea ternatensis,
Blumea braunii,
Blumea oxyodonta,
Blumea lanceolata,
Blumea venkataramanii,
Blumea junghuhniana,
Blumea papuana,
Blumea saxatilis,
Blumea megacephala,
Blumea confertiflora,
Blumea hieraciifolia,
Blumea densiflora,
Blumea pungens,
Blumea sagittata,
Blumea sumbawensis,
Blumea formosana,
Blumea longipes,
Blumea sinuata,
Blumea malcolmii,
Blumea scabrifolia,
Blumea tenella,
Blumea axillaris,
Blumea flava,
Blumea fistulosa,
Blumea crinita,
Blumea manillensis,
Blumea vestita,
Blumea saussureoides,
Blumea riparia,
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
Satya Narain: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Narain' in the authors string.
Kanchan Lata: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lata' in the authors string.
Juhi Singh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Juhi Singh' in the authors string.