Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
canescens
ID:
8996

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 104: 94 (1991): (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008325



Common Names

  • Langebergia canescens
  • Grey Langebergia
  • Grey-leaved Langebergia


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Synonyms

  • Petalacte canescens DC. [unknown]

Description

Langebergia canescens (also called Grey Langebergia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves with yellow flowers and a single, branched stem. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Langebergia canescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Langebergia canescens has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, thin stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Langebergia canescens is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Langebergia canescens

Langebergia canescens is native to South Africa and is found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Langebergia canescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Langebergia canescens?

Langebergia canescens

What is the common name of Langebergia canescens?

Grey Langebergia

What is the natural habitat of Langebergia canescens?

It is found in dry, rocky slopes and grasslands in South Africa.

Species in the Langebergia genus

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-108056: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.