Jungia karstenii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
karstenii
ID:
20114
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cuatrec.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 8: 186 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019443
Common Names
- Karsten's Jungia
- Karstenii Jungia
- Karsten's Jungia Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Jungia karstenii (also called Karsten's Jungia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It typically grows in wet, marshy areas and is characterized by its small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Jungia karstenii is an ornamental plant used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Jungia karstenii is yellow and has a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with round, green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Jungia karstenii is a perennial plant that can be grown from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Jungia karstenii
Jungia karstenii is native to South America and can be found in the savannas of Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador.
Jungia karstenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jungia karstenii?
Jungia karstenii
What is the common name of Jungia karstenii?
Karsten's Jungia
Where does Jungia karstenii grow?
It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
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-118799: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.