Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 5: 145. 1861
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000058901
Common Names
- Jungia
- Panicle Jungia
- Jungia paniculata
Synonyms
- Jungia aceroides aceroides [unknown]
- Jungia stipulifera Cuatrec. [unknown]
- Dumerilia paniculata Cass. [unknown]
Description
Jungia paniculata (also called 'Paniculate Jungia', 'Paniculate Jungia-bush', 'Paniculate Jungia-shrub', among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has narrow, linear leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Jungia paniculata is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Jungia paniculata sub. paniculata
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Jungia paniculata has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Jungia paniculata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the stems and rooting them in a moist medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.
Where to Find Jungia paniculata
Jungia paniculata is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Jungia paniculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jungia paniculata?
Jungia paniculata
What is the common name of Jungia paniculata?
Panicled Jungia
What is the natural habitat of Jungia paniculata?
It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America and is found in moist, shady areas.
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,