Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heringeriana
ID:
129527

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 56: 267 (-268), fig. 1984

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128856



Common Names

  • Heringer's Aspilia
  • African Daisy
  • Wild Daisy


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Description

Aspilia heringeriana (also called Aspilia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has ovate leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aspilia heringeriana is used for culinary purposes, as an ornamental plant, and as a medicinal herb. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a dye for fabrics and food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspilia heringeriana is yellow and daisy-like, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs attached to them. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspilia heringeriana is a perennial herb that is easy to propagate from seed. Sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist but not wet. The seedlings should emerge in about two weeks. Thin out the seedlings to give them room to grow. Once established, Aspilia heringeriana is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Aspilia heringeriana

Aspilia heringeriana is native to Brazil and can be found in the wild in states such as Minas Gerais, São Paulo, and Rio de Janeiro.

Aspilia heringeriana FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Aspilia heringeriana?

Aspilia heringeriana prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

What is the ideal temperature for Aspilia heringeriana?

Aspilia heringeriana prefers temperatures between 60-80°F (15-27°C).

How often should Aspilia heringeriana be watered?

Aspilia heringeriana should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some dryness.

Species in the Aspilia genus

Aspilia angustifolia, Aspilia helianthoides, Aspilia jugata, Aspilia paraensis, Aspilia mossambicensis, Aspilia elata, Aspilia rugulosa, Aspilia linearis, Aspilia prostrata, Aspilia goiazensis, Aspilia subscandens, Aspilia pohlii, Aspilia hispidantha, Aspilia diniz-cruzeanae, Aspilia duarteana, Aspilia grazielae, Aspilia matogrossensis, Aspilia platyphylla, Aspilia cavalcantei, Aspilia thouarsii, Aspilia bussei, Aspilia belo-horizontinae, Aspilia ioletae, Aspilia eglerii, Aspilia hatschbachii, Aspilia helianthoides, Aspilia pseudoyedaea, Aspilia malaissei, Aspilia itabaianenis, Aspilia bojeri, Aspilia gillettii, Aspilia caudata, Aspilia erosa, Aspilia glaziovii, Aspilia cordifolia, Aspilia latissima, Aspilia rudis, Aspilia kotschyi, Aspilia albuquerquei, Aspilia foliosa, Aspilia espinhacensis, Aspilia rudis, Aspilia pereirae, Aspilia andrade-limae, Aspilia macrorrhiza, Aspilia eckendorffii, Aspilia natalensis, Aspilia ciliata, Aspilia angustifolia, Aspilia foliosa,

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,

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