Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mweroensis
ID:
14124

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wild & G.V.Pope

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Kirkia 10(2): 312 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013453



Common Names

  • Mwero Daisy
  • Mwero Daisy Bush
  • Mwero Daisy Plant


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Description

Gutenbergia mweroensis (also called Mwero Gutenbergia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the western United States and Mexico. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and chaparral.

Uses & Benefits

Gutenbergia mweroensis is used as a medicinal plant for treating stomach ache, fever, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gutenbergia mweroensis has small yellow flowers with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gutenbergia mweroensis is an annual herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Gutenbergia mweroensis

Gutenbergia mweroensis is native to the tropical forests of East Africa. It can be found in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Gutenbergia mweroensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gutenbergia mweroensis?

Gutenbergia mweroensis

What is the family of Gutenbergia mweroensis?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Gutenbergia mweroensis?

African Daisy

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-113014: Based on the initial data import
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.
Gerald Vernon Pope (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.V.Pope' in the authors string.