Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
carstenszensis
ID:
80167

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.Royen) Veldkamp

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Blumea 36(1): 171 (1991): (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079496



Common Names

  • Carsten's Papuacalia
  • Papuacalia
  • Papuacalia Carstenszensis


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Synonyms

  • Senecio carstenszensis P.Royen [unknown]

Description

Papuacalia carstenszensis (also called 'Carstensz's Papuacalia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to New Guinea. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Papuacalia carstenszensis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Papuacalia carstenszensis is a white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Papuacalia carstenszensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and heat. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Papuacalia carstenszensis

Papuacalia carstenszensis can be found in the rainforests of New Guinea.

Papuacalia carstenszensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Papuacalia carstenszensis?

Papuacalia carstenszensis

What is the common name of Papuacalia carstenszensis?

Carstensz's Papuacalia

Where is Papuacalia carstenszensis native to?

Papua New Guinea

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-36077: Based on the initial data import
Jan Frederik Veldkamp (1941-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Veldkamp' in the authors string.
Pieter van Royen (1923-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Royen' in the authors string.