Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
beckii
ID:
12072

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harling

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Novon 7: 246, fig. (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011401



Common Names

  • Jungia beckii
  • Beck's Jungia
  • Beck's Daisy


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Description

Jungia beckii (also called Beck's Jungia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Jungia beckii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jungia beckii is yellow in color and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jungia beckii is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to a year to produce a flowering plant.

Where to Find Jungia beckii

Jungia beckii is native to South America and can be found in moist forests.

Jungia beckii FAQ

What are the common names of Jungia beckii?

Jungia beckii is commonly known as the Beck's Jungia.

What is the natural habitat of Jungia beckii?

Jungia beckii is native to tropical regions of South America and is found in moist, shady areas.

What are the uses of Jungia beckii?

Jungia beckii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

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-111051: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Harling (1920-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harling' in the authors string.