Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
nyiruensis
ID:
94099

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 43(2): 263 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093428



Common Names

  • Nyiru Thistle
  • Nyiru Plume Thistle
  • Nyiru Plume Flower


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Description

Bothriocline nyiruensis (also called Nyiru Bothriocline, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, yellow flowers and leathery leaves. It is native to Kenya and is found in rocky outcrops and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bothriocline nyiruensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin infections and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bothriocline nyiruensis has yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bothriocline nyiruensis is a perennial plant that is best propagated through division of the root clumps. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water the plant regularly and fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead the flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Bothriocline nyiruensis

Bothriocline nyiruensis is native to Africa and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as meadows, fields, and roadsides.

Bothriocline nyiruensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bothriocline nyiruensis?

Bothriocline nyiruensis

What is the common name of Bothriocline nyiruensis?

Nyiru daisy

Where does Bothriocline nyiruensis grow?

Bothriocline nyiruensis is native to Kenya and Tanzania

Species in the Bothriocline genus

Bothriocline imatongensis, Bothriocline muschleriana, Bothriocline bampsii, Bothriocline kungwensis, Bothriocline cuneifolia, Bothriocline upembensis, Bothriocline malaissei, Bothriocline hoyoensis, Bothriocline grandicapitulata, Bothriocline leonardiana, Bothriocline schimperi, Bothriocline quercifolia, Bothriocline hispida, Bothriocline huillensis, Bothriocline monocephala, Bothriocline pectinata, Bothriocline glomerata, Bothriocline aggregata, Bothriocline concinna, Bothriocline moramballae, Bothriocline monticola, Bothriocline carrissoi, Bothriocline amplifolia, Bothriocline laxa, Bothriocline steetziana, Bothriocline atroviolacea, Bothriocline nyungwensis, Bothriocline grindeliifolia, Bothriocline microcephala, Bothriocline inyangana, Bothriocline attenuata, Bothriocline sengensis, Bothriocline trifoliata, Bothriocline katangensis, Bothriocline wittei, Bothriocline ugandensis, Bothriocline glabrescens, Bothriocline pauwelsii, Bothriocline auriculata, Bothriocline shagayuensis, Bothriocline nyiruensis, Bothriocline kundelungensis, Bothriocline fusca, Bothriocline mbalensis, Bothriocline angolensis, Bothriocline madagascariensis, Bothriocline marungensis, Bothriocline subcordata, Bothriocline congesta, Bothriocline ruwenzoriensis,

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-49649: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.