Jungia discolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
27000
Status:
valid
Authors:
Muschl.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 50(2-3, Beibl. 111): 106 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026329
Common Names
- Jungia discolor
- Two-colored Jungia
- Discolor Jungia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Jungia discolor (also called Purple-leaved Jungia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has purple-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in open grassland, in disturbed areas and in dry, rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Jungia discolor has been used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Jungia discolor has yellow flowers with a red center, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Jungia discolor is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can tolerate some drought. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant compact and to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Jungia discolor
Jungia discolor is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.
Jungia discolor FAQ
What are the growth requirements of Jungia discolor?
Jungia discolor is a drought-tolerant plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
What is the best way to propagate Jungia discolor?
Jungia discolor can be propagated from seed or cuttings.
What pests and diseases affect Jungia discolor?
Jungia discolor is susceptible to aphids, mealybugs, and powdery mildew.
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
Reinhold Conrad Muschler (1883-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muschl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:307832-2: Based on the initial data import