Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
jennsenii
ID:
132312

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131641



Common Names

  • Koanophyllon jennsenii
  • Jennsen's Koanophyllon
  • Jennsen's Sage


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Description

Koanophyllon jennsenii (also called Jenssen's koanophyllon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Koanophyllon jennsenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves are believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Koanophyllon jennsenii has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Koanophyllon jennsenii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It should be planted in full sun in well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in early spring. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming.

Where to Find Koanophyllon jennsenii

Koanophyllon jennsenii is native to the Caribbean and can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs.

Koanophyllon jennsenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Koanophyllon jennsenii?

Koanophyllon jennsenii

What is the common name of Koanophyllon jennsenii?

Jenssen's koanophyllon

What is the natural habitat of Koanophyllon jennsenii?

Koanophyllon jennsenii is found in dry, rocky, and grassy areas of the southwestern United States

Species in the Koanophyllon genus

Koanophyllon puberulum, Koanophyllon polyodon, Koanophyllon poliystichum, Koanophyllon heptaneurum, Koanophyllon reyrobinsonii, Koanophyllon hotteanum, Koanophyllon richardsonii, Koanophyllon minutifolium, Koanophyllon clementis, Koanophyllon semicrenatum, Koanophyllon atroglandulosum, Koanophyllon prinodes, Koanophyllon hintoniorum, Koanophyllon fuscum, Koanophyllon chabrense, Koanophyllon adamantium, Koanophyllon mesoreopolum, Koanophyllon hylonoma, Koanophyllon jugipaniculatum, Koanophyllon helianthemoides, Koanophyllon silvaticum, Koanophyllon hammatocladum, Koanophyllon sagasteguii, Koanophyllon scabriusculum, Koanophyllon mornicola, Koanophyllon eitenii, Koanophyllon guerreroana, Koanophyllon turquinense, Koanophyllon subpurpureum, Koanophyllon jenssenii, Koanophyllon jaegerianum, Koanophyllon reversum, Koanophyllon thysanolepis, Koanophyllon littorale, Koanophyllon tetranthum, Koanophyllon hidrodes, Koanophyllon tatei, Koanophyllon pittieri, Koanophyllon sinaloensis, Koanophyllon galeottii, Koanophyllon albicaulis, Koanophyllon galeana, Koanophyllon calcicola, Koanophyllon iteophyllum, Koanophyllon baccharifolium, Koanophyllon bullescens, Koanophyllon nervosum, Koanophyllon chalceorithales, Koanophyllon tetranfolium, Koanophyllon simillima,

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-92504: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.