Jungia axillaris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
axillaris
ID:
15156
Status:
valid
Authors:
Spreng.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 4(2, Cur. Post.): 301 (1827)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014485
Common Names
- Jungia axillaris
- Axillaris Jungia
- Axillaris Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Jungia axillaris (also called Axillary Jungia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a slender stem, and its leaves are ovate and alternate. It grows in moist meadows, along roadsides, and in other open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Jungia axillaris is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Jungia axillaris has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Jungia axillaris is a perennial herb that is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. It is easily propagated from seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Jungia axillaris
Jungia axillaris can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Jungia axillaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jungia axillaris?
Jungia axillaris
What are the common names of Jungia axillaris?
Axillary Jungia
What is the natural habitat of Jungia axillaris?
Mesic to dry prairies, open woods, and roadsides in eastern North America
Species in the Jungia genus
Jungia stuebelii, Jungia crenatifolia, Jungia schuerae, Jungia beckii, Jungia axillaris, Jungia ferruginea, Jungia karstenii, Jungia coarctata, Jungia hirsuta, Jungia discolor, Jungia weberbaueri, Jungia pringlei, Jungia gracilis, Jungia sellowii, Jungia glandulifera, Jungia sordida, Jungia rugosa, Jungia paniculata, Jungia fistulosa, Jungia vitocensis, Jungia pauciflora, Jungia fistulosa, Jungia woodii, Jungia spectabilis, Jungia calyculata, Jungia sordida, Jungia floribunda, Jungia ovata, Jungia polita, Jungia coarctata, Jungia mitis, Jungia gunnerifolia,
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-114014: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.