Status:
valid
Authors:
Kerr
Source:
gcc
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1935: 327 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000048586
Common Names
- Camchaya tenuiflora
- Slender-flowered Camchaya
- Slender-flowered Dandelion
Description
Camchaya tenuiflora (also called Slender Camchaya, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and solitary yellow flower heads. It is found in grassland, scrub and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Camchaya tenuiflora is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Camchaya tenuiflora has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Camchaya tenuiflora 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 can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Camchaya tenuiflora
Camchaya tenuiflora can be found in Central Asia.
Camchaya tenuiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Camchaya tenuiflora?
Camchaya tenuiflora
What is the common name of Camchaya tenuiflora?
Slender-flowered Camchaya
Where is Camchaya tenuiflora native to?
Central Asia
Species in the Camchaya 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,