Berkheya coriacea - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coriacea
ID:
90399
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harv.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 3: 506 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089728
Common Names
- Berkheya Coriacea
- Coriacea Berkheya
- Berkheya
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Berkheya coriacea (also called Coriaceous Berkelya, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa, and is found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides, pastures, and secondary forests.
Uses & Benefits
Berkheya coriacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to create windbreaks and erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Berkheya coriacea has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Berkheya coriacea is a perennial shrub native to the Andes Mountains of Peru and Ecuador. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 2 meters in height. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by seed, as it can be difficult to propagate from cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Once established, Berkheya coriacea is relatively drought tolerant.
Where to Find Berkheya coriacea
Berkheya coriacea is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is also cultivated in gardens and can be found in nurseries.
Berkheya coriacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Berkheya coriacea?
Berkheya coriacea
What type of plant is Berkheya coriacea?
Berkheya coriacea is an annual herb.
Where is Berkheya coriacea found?
Berkheya coriacea is found in southern Africa.
What is the growth habit of Berkheya coriacea?
Berkheya coriacea has an upright growth habit.
What is the flower color of Berkheya coriacea?
Berkheya coriacea has yellow flowers.
Species in the Berkheya genus
Berkheya johnstoniana, Berkheya griquana, Berkheya chiesiana, Berkheya milleriana, Berkheya echinacea, Berkheya spekeana, Berkheya radula, Berkheya carduodes, Berkheya maritima, Berkheya sphaerocephala, Berkheya spinosa, Berkheya tysonii, Berkheya montana, Berkheya fruticosa, Berkheya nivea, Berkheya speciosa, Berkheya setifera, Berkheya angolensis, Berkheya carlinoides, Berkheya mackenii, Berkheya spinosissima, Berkheya onobromoides, Berkheya carlinifolia, Berkheya carlinopsis, Berkheya ferox, Berkheya cruciata, Berkheya eriobasis, Berkheya rhapontica, Berkheya insignis, Berkheya angustifolia, Berkheya umbellata, Berkheya dregei, Berkheya leucaugeta, Berkheya carlinopsis, Berkheya draco, Berkheya discolor, Berkheya cirsiifolia, Berkheya pauciflora, Berkheya subulata, Berkheya pinnatifida, Berkheya herbacea, Berkheya glabrata, Berkheya rigida, Berkheya seminivea, Berkheya francisci, Berkheya annectens, Berkheya coriacea, Berkheya latifolia, Berkheya angusta, Berkheya coddii,
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-46034: Based on the initial data import
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.