Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
kohkemperi
ID:
45369

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 480 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044698

Common Names

  • Westoniella kohkemperi
  • Kohkemper's Westoniella
  • Westoniella

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Description

Westoniella kohkemperi (also called Kohkemper's Westoniella, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with white flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It is native to the western United States and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Westoniella kohkemperi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant aroma and can be used as a fragrant addition to potpourris and sachets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Westoniella kohkemperi has small, yellow flower heads with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, brown, and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Westoniella kohkemperi is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sunny location with moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Westoniella kohkemperi

Westoniella kohkemperi can be found in the mountains of central and southern Europe.

Westoniella kohkemperi FAQ

What are the common names of Westoniella kohkemperi?

Common names of Westoniella kohkemperi include Kohkemper's Westoniella, Kohkemper's Westoniella, and Kohkemper's Westoniella.

What is the growth habit of Westoniella kohkemperi?

Westoniella kohkemperi is a perennial herb with a creeping habit.

What is the native range of Westoniella kohkemperi?

Westoniella kohkemperi is native to the Mediterranean region.

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-143235: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.