Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
horrida
ID:
55711

Status:
valid

Authors:
Muschl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 50(2-3, Beibl. 111): 100 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000055040

Common Names

  • Barroso Barnadesia
  • Barroso Hawkweed
  • Barroso Plumeless Thistle

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Synonyms

  • Chuquiraga seleriana Muschl. [unknown]

Description

Barnadesia horrida (also called Hairy Barnadesia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It is characterized by its white flowers, hairy stems and leaves and its small, yellowish-green fruits. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Barnadesia horrida is a shrub that is commonly used in landscaping. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a windbreak. It can also be used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Barnadesia horrida is yellow and daisy-like, with many petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Barnadesia horrida is an annual herb that grows in dry, sunny locations. It can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be thinned out to allow for adequate spacing between plants.

Where to Find Barnadesia horrida

Barnadesia horrida is found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Barnadesia horrida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Barnadesia horrida?

Barnadesia horrida

What is the family of Barnadesia horrida?

Asteraceae

What is the distribution of Barnadesia horrida?

India

What is the habitat of Barnadesia horrida?

Grasslands and meadows

What is the flowering period of Barnadesia horrida?

July to October

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