Status:
valid
Authors:
(Turcz.) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 41: 34 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088392
Common Names
- Kingianthus
- Panicled Kingianthus
- Panicled Daisy
Synonyms
- Kingianthus sodiroi (Hieron.) H.Rob. [unknown]
- Wedelia paniculata Turcz. [unknown]
- Zaluzania nonensis Hieron. [unknown]
- Zaluzania quitensis Hieron. [unknown]
- Zaluzania sodiroi Hieron. [unknown]
- Zaluzania nonensis Hieron. ex Sodiro [unknown]
- Monactis subdeltoidea B.L.Rob. [unknown]
Description
Kingianthus paniculatus (also called Paniculate Kingianthus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Chile and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. Its leaves are lanceolate and have a light green color. Its flowers are small and yellow.
Uses & Benefits
Kingianthus paniculatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Kingianthus paniculatus has white flowers with yellow centers and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are slightly hairy.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kingianthus paniculatus is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to the Mediterranean. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a light, sandy soil.
Where to Find Kingianthus paniculatus
Kingianthus paniculatus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Turkey, Greece, Italy, and North Africa.
Kingianthus paniculatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kingianthus paniculatus?
Kingianthus paniculatus
What is the common name of Kingianthus paniculatus?
Panicled Kingianthus
What is the habitat of Kingianthus paniculatus?
It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and open woodlands
Species in the Kingianthus genus
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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,