Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 47: 259 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024143
Common Names
- Kaunia endyta
- Kaunia
- Endyta
Synonyms
- Eupatorium endytum B.L.Rob. [unknown]
- Eupatorium sordescens bolivianum Rusby [unknown]
Description
Kaunia endyta (also called Endyta's Kaunia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in sunny, dry areas such as grasslands, scrublands, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Kaunia endyta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. It is also used to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Kaunia endyta has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kaunia endyta is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.
Where to Find Kaunia endyta
Kaunia endyta is native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Kaunia endyta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kaunia endyta?
Kaunia endyta
What is the common name of Kaunia endyta?
Endyta
What is the natural habitat of Kaunia endyta?
Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas
Species in the Kaunia genus
Kaunia gynoximorpha,
Kaunia saltensis,
Kaunia endyta,
Kaunia hosanensis,
Kaunia longipetiolata,
Kaunia rufescens,
Kaunia lasiophthalma,
Kaunia eucosmoides,
Kaunia arbuscularis,
Kaunia ignorata,
Kaunia pachanoi,
Kaunia camataguiensis,
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,