Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
multivenia
ID:
86061

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth. ex Oerst.) H.Rob. & Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Novon 4(1): 50 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085390

Common Names

  • Jessea multivenia
  • Multivenia Jessea
  • Jessea

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Synonyms

  • Jacmaia multivenia (Benth. ex Oerst.) C.Jeffrey [unknown]
  • Senecio multivenius multivenius [unknown]
  • Senecio multivenius Benth. ex Oerst. [unknown]
  • Jacmaia multivenia (Benth. ex Oerst.) C.Jeffrey [deprecated]
  • Senecio multivenius Benth. [unknown]

Description

Jessea multivenia (also called manyveined jessea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Uses & Benefits

Jessea multivenia is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jessea multivenia has small, white flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are hairy and grey-green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jessea multivenia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in spring in a cold frame or in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the temperature between 18-21°C. When the seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into individual pots. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant the divisions in the desired location.

Where to Find Jessea multivenia

Jessea multivenia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia.

Jessea multivenia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jessea multivenia?

Jessea multivenia

What type of plant is Jessea multivenia?

Perennial herb

Where is Jessea multivenia found?

Mexico

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-4180: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Anders Sandøe Ørsted (1816-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oerst.' in the authors string.