Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peculiaris
ID:
124112

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Verdc.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 225 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123441



Common Names

  • Manyonia
  • Peculiaris
  • Peculiar Manyonia


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia peculiaris Verdc. [unknown]

Description

Manyonia peculiaris (also called Many-Fruited Manyonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are lanceolate and serrated. It grows in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Manyonia peculiaris is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Manyonia peculiaris is yellow and daisy-like with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and dark brown, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Manyonia peculiaris is a perennial herb with a long taproot. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and slightly acidic. The seedlings should be thinned out to about 10 cm apart. The plant should be watered regularly and mulched to retain moisture. Fertilizer should be applied in the spring.

Where to Find Manyonia peculiaris

Manyonia peculiaris is native to South Africa. It can be found in the wild in this region.

Manyonia peculiaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Manyonia peculiaris?

Manyonia peculiaris

What is the common name of Manyonia peculiaris?

Manyonia

What type of plant is Manyonia peculiaris?

Perennial herb

Species in the Manyonia 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-84583: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.