Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kirkii
ID:
136830

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f. ex Kirk) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 44: 33 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136159



Common Names

  • Kirk's Urostemon
  • Kirk's Horseweed
  • Kirk's Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Senecio neozeylandicus Druce [unknown]
  • Solidago arborescens A.Cunn. [unknown]
  • Solidago arborescens A.Cunn. ex Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Urostemon kirkii kirkii [unknown]
  • Senecio kirkii Hook.f. ex Kirk [unknown]
  • Aster retroflexus A.Cunn. ex Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Brachyglottis kirkii kirkii [unknown]
  • Senecio kirkii kirkii [unknown]
  • Brachyglottis kirkii (Kirk) C.J.Webb [unknown]
  • Senecio glastifolius Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Urostemon kirkii (also called 'Kirk's Urostemon', among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It prefers dry, well-drained soils in full sun and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Urostemon kirkii is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, pain, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Urostemon kirkii var. angustior (Allan) B.Nord.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Urostemon kirkii has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Urostemon kirkii is a shrub that is native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Urostemon kirkii

Urostemon kirkii is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is also found in parts of the United States, including Florida and Hawaii.

Urostemon kirkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Urostemon kirkii?

Urostemon kirkii

What is the family of Urostemon kirkii?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Urostemon kirkii?

Brazil

Species in the Urostemon 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

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Thomas Kirk (1828-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kirk' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:257068-1: Based on the initial data import