Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
luyensis
ID:
137827

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 76: 21-22 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137156

Common Names

  • Luy's Munnozia
  • Munnozia Luyensis
  • Luy Munnozia

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Description

Munnozia luyensis (also called Luyen's Munnozia, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Munnozia luyensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Munnozia luyensis is a yellow or white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round structure. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Munnozia luyensis is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings.

Where to Find Munnozia luyensis

Munnozia luyensis is found in Chile.

Munnozia luyensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Munnozia luyensis?

Munnozia luyensis

What is the common name of Munnozia luyensis?

Luyens Munnozia

Where is Munnozia luyensis found?

It is found in the Mexican state of Sinaloa.

Species in the Munnozia genus

Munnozia silphioides, Munnozia harlingii, Munnozia chimboracensis, Munnozia peruensis, Munnozia olearioides, Munnozia rusbyi, Munnozia annua, Munnozia maronii, Munnozia liaboides, Munnozia tenera, Munnozia convencionensis, Munnozia longifolia, Munnozia venosissima, Munnozia nivea, Munnozia subviridis, Munnozia trinervis, Munnozia lanceolata, Munnozia gigantea, Munnozia sagasteguii, Munnozia canarensis, Munnozia karstenii, Munnozia oxyphylla, Munnozia asplundii, Munnozia fosbergii, Munnozia acostae, Munnozia hirta, Munnozia pinnulosa, Munnozia hastifolia, Munnozia glandulosa, Munnozia fournetii, Munnozia cardenasii, Munnozia smithii, Munnozia senecionidis, Munnozia pinnatipartitum, Munnozia jussieui, Munnozia wilburii, Munnozia lyrata, Munnozia affinis, Munnozia foliosa, Munnozia luyensis, Munnozia ortiziae, Munnozia pinnatipartita, Munnozia onoserifolia,

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,