Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenera
ID:
25642

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip.) H.Rob. & Brettell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 28: 57 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024971

Common Names

  • Munnozia Tenera
  • Tender Munnozia
  • Tender Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Liabum tenerum S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Kastnera tenera Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Munnozia tenera (also called Munnozia tenera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a basal rosette of leaves, with white flowers and yellow centers. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Munnozia tenera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Munnozia tenera is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Munnozia tenera is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in the spring and lightly covered with soil. The plant can be propagated by cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Munnozia tenera

Munnozia tenera is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, rocky areas, and open woodlands.

Munnozia tenera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Munnozia tenera?

Munnozia tenera

What is the common name of Munnozia tenera?

Tender Munnozia

What is the natural habitat of Munnozia tenera?

It is native to the Canary Islands

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-124122: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Robert D. Brettell (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brettell' in the authors string.