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
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.
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 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,