Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purpimea
ID:
1331927

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.L.Peng, W.B.Ju, X.F.Gao & Y.D.Gao

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 236(2): 191 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344381



Common Names

  • Youngia purpimea
  • Purpimea Youngia
  • Purpimea Hawkweed


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Description

Youngia purpimea (also called Purple-leaved Youngia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the tropical rainforests of India. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and has large, ovate leaves and purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Youngia purpimea is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Youngia purpimea flower is a small, purple, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Youngia purpimea can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Youngia purpimea

Youngia purpimea is native to China.

Youngia purpimea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Youngia purpimea?

Youngia purpimea

What are the common uses of Youngia purpimea?

Youngia purpimea is used as a medicinal plant.

What is the natural habitat of Youngia purpimea?

Youngia purpimea is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia.

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

Xin Fen Gao (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.F.Gao' in the authors string.
Yu Lan Peng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.L.Peng' in the authors string.
Yun Dong Gao: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.D.Gao' in the authors string.
Wen Bin Ju: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.B.Ju' in the authors string.