Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ituriensis
ID:
71970

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Muschl.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 237 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071299



Common Names

  • Linzia ituriensis
  • Ituri Linzia
  • Congo Daisy


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Description

Linzia ituriensis (also called 'Ituri Linzia' and 'Ituri Linzia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It grows up to 2 m in height and has small, ovate leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Linzia ituriensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a food source.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Linzia ituriensis var. occidentalis (C.D.Adams) Isawumi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Linzia ituriensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linzia ituriensis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly in the spring.

Where to Find Linzia ituriensis

Linzia ituriensis can be found in the mountains of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Linzia ituriensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Linzia ituriensis?

Linzia ituriensis

What is the common name of Linzia ituriensis?

Ituri Linzia

What type of plant is Linzia ituriensis?

Perennial herbaceous plant

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-28073: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Reinhold Conrad Muschler (1883-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muschl.' in the authors string.