Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hookeri
ID:
128522

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Allan) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 104: 101 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127851



Common Names

  • Hooker's Anaphalioides
  • Anaphalioides hookeri
  • Hooker's False Hawkweed


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Synonyms

  • Anaphalis rupestris C.J.Webb [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium hookeri Allan [unknown]

Description

Anaphalioides hookeri (also called Hooker's Anaphalioides, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America, and is found in dry, open areas. It has yellow flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Anaphalioides hookeri is used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, fever, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anaphalioides hookeri is yellow and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaphalioides hookeri is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. The divisions should be planted in early spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The plants should be spaced about 12 inches apart. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Anaphalioides hookeri

Anaphalioides hookeri can be found in montane forests in Mexico and Guatemala.

Anaphalioides hookeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anaphalioides hookeri?

Anaphalioides hookeri

What is the natural habitat of Anaphalioides hookeri?

It is found in dry forests of Mexico and Central America

What are the uses of Anaphalioides hookeri?

It is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine

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-8884: Based on the initial data import
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Harry Allan (1882-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Allan' in the authors string.