Perezia kingii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kingii
ID:
124134
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
gcc
Year:
1884
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(3): 380 (1884)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123463
Common Names
- Perezia Kingii
- Kingii Daisy
- Kingii Fleabane
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Perezia kingii (also called King's Perezia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are lanceolate and serrated. It grows in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Perezia kingii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Perezia kingii is a yellow-green, daisy-like flower with yellow disc florets. The seed is small and dark brown. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Perezia kingii is a perennial herb with a short taproot. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and slightly acidic. The seedlings should be thinned out to about 10 cm apart. The plant should be watered regularly and mulched to retain moisture. Fertilizer should be applied in the spring.
Where to Find Perezia kingii
Perezia kingii is native to the Andes Mountains in South America, including Peru, Bolivia, and Chile.
Perezia kingii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Perezia kingii?
Perezia kingii
What is the common name of Perezia kingii?
King's Daisy
What is the natural habitat of Perezia kingii?
Grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands
Species in the Perezia genus
Perezia squarrosa, Perezia pedicularidifolia, Perezia lyrata, Perezia catharinensis, Perezia mandoni, Perezia ciliaris, Perezia pinnatifida, Perezia ciliosa, Perezia carduncelloides, Perezia coerulescens, Perezia scalpellifolia, Perezia pygmea, Perezia volcanensis, Perezia bellidifolia, Perezia megalantha, Perezia lactucoides, Perezia calophylla, Perezia poeppigii, Perezia eryngioides, Perezia carthamoides, Perezia sublyrata, Perezia linearis, Perezia fonckii, Perezia spathulata, Perezia pilifera, Perezia multiflora, Perezia kingii, Perezia recurvata, Perezia purpurata, Perezia pungens, Perezia fonkii, Perezia delicata, Perezia dentata,
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-84603: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.