Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nigritana
ID:
78522

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077851



Common Names

  • Kinghamia nigritana
  • Kinghamia
  • Nigritana Kinghamia


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Synonyms

  • Gutenbergia nigritiana Oliv. & Hiern [unknown]
  • Oiospermum nigritum Benth. [unknown]
  • Oiospermum nigritanum Benth. [unknown]

Description

Kinghamia nigritana (also called Kingham's aster, among many other common names) is an annual herb with white and purple flowers. It is native to the western United States, and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Kinghamia nigritana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kinghamia nigritana has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kinghamia nigritana is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or division. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in late spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly. Deadheading of spent flowers will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Kinghamia nigritana

Kinghamia nigritana is native to western Africa. It can be found in open grasslands and disturbed areas.

Kinghamia nigritana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kinghamia nigritana?

Kinghamia nigritana

What is the family of Kinghamia nigritana?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Kinghamia nigritana?

Black-eyed Susan

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-34464: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.