Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
canescens
ID:
823721

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb. & Schenk

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Arch. Naturgesch. 18(1): 335 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000823055

Common Names

  • Asyneuma Canescens
  • Canescens Asyneuma
  • Canescens Wild Petunia

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Description

Asyneuma canescens (also called Grey Asyneuma, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Plantaginaceae. It is native to Africa. It is found in subtropical or tropical dry forests, subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Asyneuma canescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Asyneuma canescens sub. cordifolium (Bornm.) Damboldt
Asyneuma canescens sub. canescens

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asyneuma canescens is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a small, white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Asyneuma canescens: Plant in a sunny to partially shaded area with well-drained soil. Propagate by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Asyneuma canescens

Asyneuma canescens can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Argentina, Paraguay, and Brazil.

Asyneuma canescens FAQ

What is the common name of Asyneuma canescens?

Hoary Asyneuma

What is the scientific name of Asyneuma canescens?

Asyneuma canescens

What is the family of Asyneuma canescens?

Asteraceae

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-360693: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
August Schenk (1815-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schenk' in the authors string.