Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cernua
ID:
71731

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 593 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071060



Common Names

  • Flourensia Cernua
  • Cernua Flourensia
  • Woolly Flourensia


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Synonyms

  • Helianthus cernuus Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Flourensia cernua (also called Nodding Flourensia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to South America. It has yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It grows in dry grasslands and is found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru.

Uses & Benefits

Flourensia cernua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used to create a natural hedge or windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flourensia cernua has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. Its seeds are small and black, with a diameter of 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small and green, with a height of up to 5 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Flourensia cernua is a perennial shrub that is native to Mexico and parts of the southwestern United States. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Flourensia cernua

Flourensia cernua is native to Mexico and Central America.

Flourensia cernua FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Flourensia cernua?

Flourensia cernua prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.

How often should Flourensia cernua be watered?

Flourensia cernua should be watered regularly, but not too often, to keep the soil moist but not soggy.

How can Flourensia cernua be propagated?

Flourensia cernua can be propagated by seed or division.

Species in the Flourensia 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,

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