Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
camataguiensis
ID:
22051

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hieron.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 47(3): 259 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021380

Common Names

  • Kaunia camataguiensis
  • Camatagua Kaunia
  • Camatagua Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Kaunia camataquinensis (Hieron.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [valid]
  • Eupatorium camataquiense Hieron. [unknown]

Description

Kaunia camataguiensis (also called Camatagua Kaunia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Venezuela. It grows up to 2 meters tall and has small white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky hillsides and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Kaunia camataguiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin diseases, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kaunia camataguiensis has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and have a rough surface. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kaunia camataguiensis is a perennial herb that grows in moist, well-drained soils. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in early summer or late spring and should be planted in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Kaunia camataguiensis

Kaunia camataguiensis is native to South America and can be found in moist, tropical forests.

Kaunia camataguiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kaunia camataguiensis?

Kaunia camataguiensis

What is the natural habitat of Kaunia camataguiensis?

Kaunia camataguiensis is found in the dry forests of South America.

What are the characteristics of Kaunia camataguiensis?

Kaunia camataguiensis is a shrub with white flowers and small, oval leaves.

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

Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:133316-2: Based on the initial data import