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Description
Austrosteenisia is a genus of flowering plants in the Asteraceae family. This genus includes only one species: Austrosteenisia blackii. It is a small, perennial herb that is native to South America. The plant grows up to 30 inches high and has a bushy, spreading habit. The leaves are green and lanceolate, measuring up to 4 inches in length. The flowers are yellow and appear in clusters at the end of the stems.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain| Eukaryota||————-|————–|| Kingdom| Plantae|| Phylum| Angiosperms|| Class| Eudicots|| Order| Asterales|| Family| Asteraceae|| Genus| Austrosteenisia |
Appearance
Austrosteenisia is a unique and interesting plant. Its leaves are long and narrow, giving it a spiky appearance. The flowers are yellow and bloom in clusters, making them stand out against the green foliage. The plant grows up to 30 inches high and has a bushy, spreading habit.
Care Guide
To care for Austrosteenisia, you should provide it with well-draining soil and plenty of sunlight. Water the plant regularly, but avoid overwatering as this can lead to root rot. Fertilize the plant every two weeks during the growing season. Austrosteenisia is hardy in USDA zones 9-12.
Common Pests & Diseases
Austrosteenisia is generally a healthy plant, but it can be susceptible to some common pests and diseases. Aphids and spider mites are common pests that can infest the plant. Powdery mildew and root rot are common diseases that can affect Austrosteenisia.
Habitat
Austrosteenisia is native to South America, where it grows in rocky soils in the high Andes mountains. It prefers well-draining soils and plenty of sunlight.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water Austrosteenisia?
A: Water Austrosteenisia regularly, but avoid overwatering as this can lead to root rot.
Q: What are some common pests that can infest Austrosteenisia?
A: Aphids and spider mites are common pests that can infest Austrosteenisia.
Q: In what zones is Austrosteenisia hardy?
A: Austrosteenisia is hardy in USDA zones 9-12.
Q: What is the habitat of Austrosteenisia?
A: Austrosteenisia is native to South America, where it grows in rocky soils in the high Andes mountains.
Related Plants
– Amblyopappus pusillus- Baccharis halimifolia- Bidens pilosa- Chrysanthemum coronarium- Euryops pectinatus
References
– “Austrosteenisia blackii.” World Checklist of Selected Plant Families, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.- “Austrosteenisia blackii.” The Plant List, Version 1.1.- “Austrosteenisia.” Missouri Botanical Garden, http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/plantfinder/plantfindersearch.aspx?taxonid=276423.
