Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scapigera
ID:
6844

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 105: 651. 1992

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006173



Common Names

  • Minasia scapigera
  • Scapigerous Minasia
  • Scapigerous Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Proteopsis scapigera Mart. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Vernonia scapigera Baker [unknown]
  • Cacalia scapigera Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia alpestris angustifolia Baker [unknown]

Description

Minasia scapigera (also called Scapigerous Minasia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to South America, from Peru to Argentina. It is found in moist, shady areas such as forests, woodlands and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Minasia scapigera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Minasia scapigera is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Minasia scapigera is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Minasia scapigera

Minasia scapigera can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Minasia scapigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Minasia scapigera?

Minasia scapigera

What type of plant is Minasia scapigera?

It is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Minasia scapigera?

It is native to South America

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