Ceraria kuneneana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kuneneana
ID:
835813
Status:
valid
Authors:
Swanepoel
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 74: 71 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835148
Common Names
- Ceraria kuneneana
- Kunene Ceraria
- Kunene Ceraria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ceraria kuneneana (also called Kunene Ceraria, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial flowering plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in a clumping pattern. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Ceraria kuneneana is a plant species found in tropical regions of Asia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. Its leaves are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ceraria kuneneana has small, white flowers with yellow centers and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Ceraria kuneneana is a succulent native to Namibia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in the spring or summer. Cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer. It is also important to protect the plant from extreme temperatures and direct sunlight.
Where to Find Ceraria kuneneana
Ceraria kuneneana is native to Namibia and can be found in the wild in the forests of the country.
Ceraria kuneneana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ceraria kuneneana?
Ceraria kuneneana
What is the family of Ceraria kuneneana?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Ceraria kuneneana?
Kunene ceraria
Species in the Ceraria genus
Species in the Didiereaceae family
Alluaudia ascendens, Alluaudia comosa, Alluaudia dumosa, Alluaudia humbertii, Alluaudia montagnacii, Alluaudia procera, Alluaudiopsis fiherenensis, Alluaudiopsis marnieriana, Calyptrotheca somalensis, Calyptrotheca taitensis, Ceraria carrissoana, Ceraria fruticulosa, Ceraria longipedunculata, Ceraria namaquensis, Ceraria pygmaea, Ceraria kuneneana, Ceraria kaokoensis, Decarya madagascariensis, Didierea madagascariensis, Didierea trollii, Portulacaria afra, Portulacaria armiana,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-372360: Based on the initial data import
Wessel Swanepoel (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swanepoel' in the authors string.