Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rufescens
ID:
45710

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 47: 260. 1980

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045039



Common Names

  • Rufescens Kaunia
  • Kaunia Rufescens
  • Rufescens Kaunia


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Description

Kaunia rufescens (also called 'Red Kaunia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval leaves with a silvery sheen, and produces yellow flowers in the spring. It grows in rocky, mountainous habitats, often in areas with poor soil.

Uses & Benefits

Kaunia rufescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kaunia rufescens has yellow flowers with purple centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kaunia rufescens is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by division or seed and will self-seed in the garden.

Where to Find Kaunia rufescens

Kaunia rufescens is native to the Mediterranean region.

Kaunia rufescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kaunia rufescens?

Kaunia rufescens

What is the common name of Kaunia rufescens?

Red kaunia

Where is Kaunia rufescens native to?

Ethiopia

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-14356: Based on the initial data import
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.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.