Status:
valid
Authors:
Aytaç & Aksoy
Source:
cmp
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 134: 487 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569045
Common Names
- Kiyaki's Bornmuellera
- Bornmuellera Kiyakii
- Kiyakii
Description
Bornmuellera kiyakii (also called 'Kiyaki's Bornmuellera', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida and west to Texas. It is found in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands, savannas, and prairies.
Uses & Benefits
Bornmuellera kiyakii can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge or screen. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bornmuellera kiyakii are small, white, and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and wiry.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bornmuellera kiyakii is a perennial, herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought and is hardy to USDA Zone 6.
Where to Find Bornmuellera kiyakii
Bornmuellera kiyakii is native to tropical South America, from Colombia to Bolivia.
Bornmuellera kiyakii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bornmuellera kiyakii?
Bornmuellera kiyakii
What is the common name of Bornmuellera kiyakii?
Kiyak's Bornmuellera
What is the natural habitat of Bornmuellera kiyakii?
It is native to Turkey and the Caucasus region
Species in the Bornmuellera genus
Bornmuellera angustifolia,
Bornmuellera baldaccii,
Bornmuellera cappadocica,
Bornmuellera dieckii,
Bornmuellera glabrescens,
Bornmuellera kiyakii,
Bornmuellera petri,
Bornmuellera tymphaea,
Bornmuellera emarginata,
Bornmuellera davisii,
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,
References
Zeki Aytaç: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aytaç' in the authors string.
Ahmet Aksoy: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aksoy' in the authors string.