Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
juniperina
ID:
1305574

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loeuille

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 66(2): 268 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318028



Common Names

  • Chionolaena juniperina
  • Juniperina Chionolaena
  • Juniperina-leaved Chionolaena


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Description

Chionolaena juniperina (also called Juniper-Leaved Chionolaena, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody base and is characterized by its small, white flowers and its linear-lanceolate leaves. It is found in grasslands, open fields and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Chionolaena juniperina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Chionolaena juniperina are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chionolaena juniperina is a perennial herb native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Chionolaena juniperina

Chionolaena juniperina is found in the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil.

Chionolaena juniperina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chionolaena juniperina?

Chionolaena juniperina

What is the family of Chionolaena juniperina?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Chionolaena juniperina?

Juniper Chionolaena

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

Benoit Loeuille (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loeuille' in the authors string.