Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cardiocarpa
ID:
7354

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) P.S.Short

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 20: 55 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006683



Common Names

  • Cardiocarpa Allittia
  • Allittia Cardiocarpa
  • Cardiocarpa Allittia


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Description

Allittia cardiocarpa (also called the Heart-fruited Allittia, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the family Asteraceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single, erect stem with a solitary flower head. It is found in the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Allittia cardiocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for wildlife. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat digestive issues, inflammation, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Allittia cardiocarpa has small, white flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allittia cardiocarpa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Allittia cardiocarpa

Allittia cardiocarpa is native to Mexico and can be found in dry grasslands and scrub.

Allittia cardiocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allittia cardiocarpa?

Allittia cardiocarpa

What is the common name of Allittia cardiocarpa?

Heart-fruited allittia

Where does Allittia cardiocarpa grow?

It is native to Mexico

Species in the Allittia genus

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-106448: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Philip Sydney Short (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Short' in the authors string.