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
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.
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 Linzia 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
Moses A. Isawumi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Isawumi' in the authors string.