Status:
valid
Authors:
(Griseb.) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 100(4): 851 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070174
Common Names
- Cincta
- Cyrtocymura
- Cyrtocymura Cincta
Synonyms
- Vernonia scorpioides cincta (Griseb.) Cabrera [unknown]
- Cacalia cincta (Griseb.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Vernonia cincta Griseb. [unknown]
Description
Cyrtocymura cincta (also called Banded Cyrtocymura, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 meters in height. It is native to South Africa and typically grows in moist, shady areas such as forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Cyrtocymura cincta is used for its ornamental value in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal herb to treat digestive disorders and reduce inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cyrtocymura cincta are white to pink in colour, and have a yellow centre. The seeds are small and oval-shaped, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyrtocymura cincta is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division of the rootstock in spring. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade, and requires regular watering during the summer months. It is hardy to USDA Zone 5.
Where to Find Cyrtocymura cincta
Cyrtocymura cincta is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.
Cyrtocymura cincta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyrtocymura cincta?
Cyrtocymura cincta
What is the common name of Cyrtocymura cincta?
Cincta
What is the natural habitat of Cyrtocymura cincta?
It is found in dry, rocky areas in the southwestern United States.
Species in the Cyrtocymura genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
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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,