Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
conjunctiva
ID:
50002

Status:
valid

Authors:
Babc. & Stebbins

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Publ. Carnegie Inst. Wash. 484: 37 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000049331



Common Names

  • Youngia conjunctiva
  • Jointed Youngia
  • Conjunctiva Youngia


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Description

Youngia conjunctiva (also called Conjoined Youngia, Conjoined Youngia, and Conjoined Youngia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Europe and Asia. It has long, narrow leaves with serrated edges and small yellow flowers. It grows in temperate climates in open woods, thickets, and dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Youngia conjunctiva is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and inflammation. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and has been used to make dyes for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Youngia conjunctiva is yellow with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Youngia conjunctiva can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in early spring in a cold frame or directly outdoors. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division in spring or autumn is also possible. Larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.

Where to Find Youngia conjunctiva

Youngia conjunctiva can be found in areas of East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea.

Youngia conjunctiva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Youngia conjunctiva?

Youngia conjunctiva

What is the natural habitat of Youngia conjunctiva?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

What is the flowering period of Youngia conjunctiva?

Spring and summer

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

E. B. Babcock (1877-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Babc.' in the authors string.
G. Ledyard Stebbins (1906-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stebbins' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:261106-1: Based on the initial data import