Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
vernicosa
ID:
21462

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip. ex Wedd.) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 74 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020791

Common Names

  • Vernicosa Monticalia
  • Vernicosa Monticalia Daisy
  • Vernicosa Monticalia-Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Senecio vernicosus vernicosus [unknown]
  • Pentacalia vernicosa (Sch.Bip. ex Wedd.) Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Senecio vernicosus nanus Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Senecio vernicosus Sch.Bip. ex Wedd. [unknown]

Description

Monticalia vernicosa (also called 'Varnish Monticalia', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of hairy leaves and yellow flowers with long, tubular heads. It grows in dry, grassy areas and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Monticalia vernicosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monticalia vernicosa is yellow and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and hairy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monticalia vernicosa is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in early spring or late summer. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Monticalia vernicosa

Monticalia vernicosa can be found in the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including parts of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Monticalia vernicosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monticalia vernicosa?

Monticalia vernicosa

What is the common name of Monticalia vernicosa?

Varnish Monticalia

What is the natural habitat of Monticalia vernicosa?

Grassy slopes and rocky hillsides

Species in the Monticalia genus

Monticalia elatoides, Monticalia harrietae, Monticalia verticillata, Monticalia vernicifolia, Monticalia pulchella, Monticalia ramentosa, Monticalia masonhalei, Monticalia flosfragrans, Monticalia viridialba, Monticalia firmipes, Monticalia stuebelii, Monticalia trichopus, Monticalia arbutifolia, Monticalia micropachyphylla, Monticalia magnicalyculata, Monticalia schultzei, Monticalia vernicosa, Monticalia abietina, Monticalia nigrostagnosa, Monticalia reissiana, Monticalia perijaensis, Monticalia rigidifolia, Monticalia andicola, Monticalia pachypus, Monticalia imbricatifolia, Monticalia quiroana, Monticalia hammenii, Monticalia guadalupe, Monticalia cachacoensis, Monticalia carupana, Monticalia ledifolia, Monticalia cleefii, Monticalia verticillata, Monticalia libertatis, Monticalia tunamensis, Monticalia polymera, Monticalia albiramea, Monticalia gelida, Monticalia peruviana, Monticalia teretifolia, Monticalia guicanensis, Monticalia apiculata, Monticalia angustifolia, Monticalia romeroana, Monticalia empetroides, Monticalia taironae, Monticalia vaccinioides, Monticalia summapacis, Monticalia novolanata, Monticalia juajibioyi,

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

Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:963621-1: Based on the initial data import