Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Koek.
Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 403(4): 278. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001420944
Common Names
- Myrovernix longifolius
- Long-leaved Myrovernix
- Myrovernix
Description
Myrovernix longifolius (also called Long-Leaved Myrovernix, among many other common names) is an erect, woody shrub with a height of up to 1.5 m. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry grassland and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Myrovernix longifolius is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Myrovernix longifolius has yellow, daisy-like flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Myrovernix longifolius is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be pruned regularly to maintain a neat shape and to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Myrovernix longifolius
Myrovernix longifolius can be found in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.
Myrovernix longifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrovernix longifolius?
Myrovernix longifolius
What are the common names of Myrovernix longifolius?
Long-leaved Myrovernix
What is the natural habitat of Myrovernix longifolius?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Myrovernix 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
Marinda Koekemoer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koek.' in the authors string.