Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nigritiana
ID:
57438

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv. & Hiern) Isawumi

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 46: 39 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000056767



Common Names

  • Buchnera orgyalis
  • Orgyalis Buchnera
  • Orgyalis Snake-Cotton


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia nigritiana Oliv. & Hiern [unknown]
  • Cacalia nigritana Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Linzia nigritiana (also called Black Linzia, among many other common names) is an annual plant species in the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to Central and South America. It typically grows in moist, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Linzia nigritiana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used to make herbal tea and has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Linzia nigritiana has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linzia nigritiana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed. It requires full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. The plant can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Linzia nigritiana

Linzia nigritiana is native to Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Linzia nigritiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buchnera orgyalis?

Buchnera orgyalis

What type of plant is Buchnera orgyalis?

Herb

Where is Buchnera orgyalis native to?

Tropical Africa

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

Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Moses A. Isawumi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Isawumi' in the authors string.