Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
citriformis
ID:
26099

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.D.Rowley) P.V.Heath

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Calyx 5(4): 136 (1997): (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025428

Common Names

  • Curio citriformis
  • Citrus-shaped Curio
  • Citrus-shaped Succulent

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Synonyms

  • Senecio citriformis G.D.Rowley [unknown]

Description

Curio citriformis (also called Lemon-scented Curio, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves with yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Curio citriformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a food source and for making dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Curio citriformis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and thin with a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Curio citriformis is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It can be propagated by seed, but this is not recommended as it is slow to germinate and difficult to establish.

Where to Find Curio citriformis

Curio citriformis is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape, Northern Cape, and Eastern Cape provinces.

Curio citriformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Curio citriformis?

Curio citriformis

What is the common name of Curio citriformis?

Citron Curio

What is the natural habitat of Curio citriformis?

Dry, rocky slopes and canyons

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

Gordon Douglas Rowley (1921-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.D.Rowley' in the authors string.
Paul V. Heath (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.V.Heath' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:997627-1: Based on the initial data import