Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
luembensis
ID:
52579

Status:
valid

Authors:
(De Wild. & Muschl.) H.Rob. & Skvarla

Source:
gcc

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 123(3): 190 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000051908

Common Names

  • Luembensis Vernonella
  • Luembensis Daisy
  • Luembensis Sunflower

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Synonyms

  • Vernonia sciaphila S.Moore [unknown]
  • Vernonia luembensis De Wild. & Muschl. [unknown]

Description

Vernonella luembensis (also called Luemba Vernonella, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry bushveld, wooded grassland, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonella luembensis is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonella luembensis is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonella luembensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Vernonella luembensis

Vernonella luembensis is native to Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Vernonella luembensis FAQ

What is the common name of Vernonella luembensis?

Lumbwa Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Vernonella luembensis?

Grassy slopes and open woodlands

What is the average height of Vernonella luembensis?

0.5-1 m

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-150462: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Reinhold Conrad Muschler (1883-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muschl.' in the authors string.
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
John Jerome Skvarla (1935-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skvarla' in the authors string.