Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
bamendae
ID:
51572

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.D.Adams) Isawumi

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 46: 36 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000050901

Common Names

  • Bamenda Orbivestus
  • Bamenda False Hawksbeard
  • Bamenda Hawkweed

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Synonyms

  • Vernonia bamendae C.D.Adams [unknown]

Description

Orbivestus bamendae (also called Bamenda False Dandelion, False Dandelion, and Bamenda False Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual flowering plant native to Africa. It has long, thin, grass-like leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Orbivestus bamendae is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orbivestus bamendae has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, upright stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orbivestus bamendae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate wet, soggy soil. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a year in the spring.

Where to Find Orbivestus bamendae

Orbivestus bamendae can be found in moist, grassy areas in Cameroon.

Orbivestus bamendae FAQ

What are the common names of Orbivestus bamendae?

Bamenda Orbivestus

What is the natural habitat of Orbivestus bamendae?

Mountainous areas

What is the scientific classification of Orbivestus bamendae?

Kingdom: Plantae; Order: Asterales; Family: Asteraceae; Genus: Orbivestus; Species: O. bamendae

What are the medicinal uses of Orbivestus bamendae?

None known

What is the optimal soil type for Orbivestus bamendae?

Well-drained, rocky soil

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-149441: Based on the initial data import
Moses A. Isawumi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Isawumi' in the authors string.
Charles Dennis Adams (1920-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.Adams' in the authors string.