Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
montana
ID:
25738

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Gen. N. Amer. Pl. 2: 127 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025067

Common Names

  • Mountain Krigia
  • Mountain Krigia
  • Mountain Krigia

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Description

Krigia montana (also called 'Mountain Krigia', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open woods and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Krigia montana is a plant that is known for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Krigia montana is yellow with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, dark brown and has a diameter of 1 mm. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Krigia montana is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Krigia montana

Krigia montana is native to the eastern United States and can be found in moist, sandy soils in open areas.

Krigia montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Krigia montana?

Krigia montana

What is the family of Krigia montana?

Asteraceae

Where is Krigia montana found?

North America

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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