Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
huilensis
ID:
70068

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cron

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 61(2): 174 (173-175, 177; fig (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069397



Common Names

  • Huila Cineraria
  • Silver Ragwort
  • Cineraria


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Description

Cineraria huilensis (also called 'Huilensis', 'Huilensis Cineraria', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has grey-green leaves and white flowers. It grows in open woodlands and shrublands at elevations of 0-1,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Cineraria huilensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cineraria huilensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 5-7mm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem with a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cineraria huilensis is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. Dig up the clumps and divide them into smaller sections. Plant the divisions in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can also be propagated from seed. Sow the seeds in early spring or late fall in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. The seedlings should emerge in about two weeks.

Where to Find Cineraria huilensis

Cineraria huilensis is native to South America and can be found in Colombia and Ecuador.

Cineraria huilensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cineraria huilensis?

Cineraria huilensis

What type of plant is Cineraria huilensis?

Cineraria huilensis is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family.

Where is Cineraria huilensis found?

Cineraria huilensis is found in Colombia and Ecuador.

Species in the Cineraria genus

Cineraria longipes, Cineraria deltoidea, Cineraria geraniifolia, Cineraria lobata, Cineraria saxifraga, Cineraria britteniae, Cineraria mollis, Cineraria albicans, Cineraria erosa, Cineraria atriplicifolia, Cineraria ngwenyensis, Cineraria arctotidea, Cineraria dryogeton, Cineraria canescens, Cineraria decipiens, Cineraria pulchra, Cineraria erosa, Cineraria burkei, Cineraria mitellifolia, Cineraria abyssinica, Cineraria microglossa, Cineraria laxiflora, Cineraria glandulosa, Cineraria erodioides, Cineraria anampoza, Cineraria pinnata, Cineraria lyratiformis, Cineraria huilensis, Cineraria magnicephala, Cineraria exilis, Cineraria platycarpa, Cineraria austrotransvaalensis, Cineraria sebaldii, Cineraria densiflora, Cineraria parvifolia, Cineraria tomentosolanatus, Cineraria mazoensis, Cineraria grandibracteata, Cineraria dieterlenii, Cineraria polycephala, Cineraria tomentolanata, Cineraria humifusa, Cineraria albomontana, Cineraria geifolia, Cineraria aspera, Cineraria vagans, Cineraria alchemilloides, Cineraria cyanomontana, Cineraria vallis-pacis, Cineraria tomentolanatus,

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-26220: Based on the initial data import
Glynis V. Cron (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cron' in the authors string.