Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cruciata
ID:
40327

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4 , 3: 2276 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039656

Common Names

  • Berkheya cruciata
  • Cross-Leaved Berkheya
  • Cross-Leaved Knifewort

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Description

Berkheya cruciata (also called Cross-leaved Berkheya, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to South Africa and prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Berkheya cruciata is used for medicinal purposes, such as for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used for making dyes and for making a type of traditional beer.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Berkheya cruciata sub. cruciata
Berkheya cruciata sub. subintegra Roessler

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Berkheya cruciata is yellow and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Berkheya cruciata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or autumn. When dividing, it is best to do so in spring or autumn. The plant can be pruned back in late summer to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Berkheya cruciata

Berkheya cruciata is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Berkheya cruciata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Berkheya cruciata?

Berkheya cruciata

What is the common name of Berkheya cruciata?

Cross-leaved Berkheya

What is the habitat of Berkheya cruciata?

Dry grassland, scrub, and rocky slopes

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