Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nitida
ID:
94881

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Paul G.Wilson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 8(3) 1992

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094210



Common Names

  • Waitzia
  • Waitzia Nitida
  • Nitida Waitzia


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Synonyms

  • Morna nitida Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Waitzia nitida (also called 'Shiny Waitzia', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with a yellow flower head. It is found in moist meadows, pastures, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Waitzia nitida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Waitzia nitida is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are green with a white or silver underside.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Waitzia nitida is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in the spring and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Division is best done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Waitzia nitida

Waitzia nitida is native to South America and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Waitzia nitida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Waitzia nitida?

Waitzia nitida

What is the common name of Waitzia nitida?

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Asteraceae

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-50416: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Paul Graham Wilson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paul G.Wilson' in the authors string.