Robinsonia thurifera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thurifera
ID:
36749
Status:
valid
Authors:
Decne.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1834
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 1: 28 (1834)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036078
Common Names
- Robinsonia
- Thurifera
- Robinsonia Thurifera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Senecio thurifer Bertero ex DC. [unknown]
Description
Robinsonia thurifera (also called Incense Flower, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in dry areas, such as hillsides, and has small white flowers with five petals and narrow, linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Robinsonia thurifera is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal herb.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Robinsonia thurifera is yellow in color and has five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two or three oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Robinsonia thurifera is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be about 5 cm long and should be placed in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into a larger pot or into the garden.
Where to Find Robinsonia thurifera
Robinsonia thurifera is native to South America and is found in tropical rainforests. It can also be found in parts of Central America and the Caribbean.
Robinsonia thurifera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Robinsonia thurifera?
Robinsonia thurifera
What is the common name of Robinsonia thurifera?
Incense Cedar
What is the optimal growing temperature of Robinsonia thurifera?
50-60°F
Species in the Robinsonia 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
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-134894: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.