Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
20008

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 390 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019337



Common Names

  • Rusty Jungia
  • Rusty-leaved Jungia
  • Rusty-leaf Jungia


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Synonyms

  • Jungia guatemalensis Standl. & Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Jungia colombiana Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Jungia trianae Hieron. [unknown]
  • Jungia reticulata Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Jungia bogotensis Hieron. [unknown]
  • Trinacte ferruginea Gaertn. [unknown]

Description

Jungia ferruginea (also called Rusty Jungia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with bright yellow flowers. It is native to South America and is found in dry, sunny areas with well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Jungia ferruginea is sometimes used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Jungia ferruginea flower is yellow with a white center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jungia ferruginea is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and then planted out in the summer.

Where to Find Jungia ferruginea

Jungia ferruginea is native to the mountains of Europe. It can be found in meadows, pastures, and rocky slopes.

Jungia ferruginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jungia ferruginea?

Jungia ferruginea

What are the common names of Jungia ferruginea?

Rusty jungia

What is the habitat of Jungia ferruginea?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

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