Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pinguiculiformis
ID:
134793

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Kost.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea, Bot. 24: 606 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134122



Common Names

  • Keysseria
  • Keysseria Plant
  • Keysseria Bush


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Description

Keysseria pinguiculiformis (also called Pinguicula-like Keysseria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has bright green leaves and yellow flowers. It typically grows in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Keysseria pinguiculiformis is an ornamental plant that is drought tolerant and can be used in rock gardens or as a ground cover. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as being used to treat skin ailments and as a diuretic.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Keysseria pinguiculiformis for. nana J.Kost.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Keysseria pinguiculiformis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Keysseria pinguiculiformis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Keysseria pinguiculiformis

Keysseria pinguiculiformis can be found in South Africa.

Keysseria pinguiculiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Keysseria pinguiculiformis?

Keysseria pinguiculiformis

What is the common name of Keysseria pinguiculiformis?

Pinguiculiformis Keysseria

What is the family of Keysseria pinguiculiformis?

Asteraceae

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,

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