Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
engleriana
ID:
37330

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Muschl.) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 43(2): 275 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036659



Common Names

  • Engler's Kinghamia
  • Engler's Kingham
  • Engler's Kinghamia


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Description

Kinghamia engleriana (also called Kinghamia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to Africa. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It typically grows in humid, tropical climates, and is found in forests and other areas with high humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Kinghamia engleriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kinghamia engleriana has yellow flowers with yellow centers and five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kinghamia engleriana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seed raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Kinghamia engleriana

Kinghamia engleriana can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and up to North Carolina.

Kinghamia engleriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kinghamia engleriana?

Kinghamia engleriana

What are the common names of Kinghamia engleriana?

Common names of Kinghamia engleriana include Engler's kinghamia and Engler's kinghamia tree

What is the natural habitat of Kinghamia engleriana?

Kinghamia engleriana is native to Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa

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-135452: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.
Reinhold Conrad Muschler (1883-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muschl.' in the authors string.