Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
heteropappoides
ID:
32317

Status:
valid

Authors:
Novopokr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 13: 345 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031646



Common Names

  • Heteropappus Aster
  • Heteropappus Daisy
  • Heteropappus Sunray


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Description

Asterothamnus heteropappoides (also called Chilean aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Chile and Argentina. This plant has small, daisy-like flowers that range in color from white to pink. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Asterothamnus heteropappoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asterothamnus heteropappoides is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asterothamnus heteropappoides is a perennial herb that can be propagated through division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Asterothamnus heteropappoides

Asterothamnus heteropappoides is found in the grasslands of South Africa.

Asterothamnus heteropappoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asterothamnus heteropappoides?

Asterothamnus heteropappoides

What is the natural habitat of Asterothamnus heteropappoides?

Dry grasslands

What is the flowering period of Asterothamnus heteropappoides?

June to August

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