Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hemisphaerica
ID:
64730

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 22: 160 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064059



Common Names

  • Bartlettina
  • Giant Daisy
  • Mexican Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium viridiflorum Baker [unknown]
  • Neobartlettia mexiae (B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Campuloclinium viridiflorum Bartl. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Eupatorium hemisphaericum DC. [unknown]
  • Barrosoa viridiflora (Baker) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium hemisphaericum hemisphaericum [unknown]
  • Caelestina repanda Pohl ex Baker [unknown]
  • Eupatorium mexiae B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Bartlettina hemisphaerica (also called 'Half-spherical Bartlettina' and 'Half-spherical False Sunflower', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Bartlettina hemisphaerica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It has been used to treat fever, malaria, and gastrointestinal disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bartlettina hemisphaerica is yellow and has a diameter of 1 cm. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are short and have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bartlettina hemisphaerica can be propagated through seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Bartlettina hemisphaerica

Bartlettina hemisphaerica can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.

Bartlettina hemisphaerica FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Bartlettina hemisphaerica?

Bartlettina hemisphaerica prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established.

How often should I water Bartlettina hemisphaerica?

Bartlettina hemisphaerica should be watered regularly during its first growing season to help it become established. After that, it should only need occasional watering during dry periods.

What pests or diseases are common to Bartlettina hemisphaerica?

Bartlettina hemisphaerica is generally pest and disease free, but can be susceptible to powdery mildew and root rot in overly moist conditions.

Species in the Bartlettina genus

Bartlettina hintonii, Bartlettina liesneri, Bartlettina pansamalensis, Bartlettina cronquistii, Bartlettina ehrenbergii, Bartlettina tamaulipana, Bartlettina macdougallii, Bartlettina prionophylla, Bartlettina williamsii, Bartlettina oresbioides, Bartlettina macromeris, Bartlettina tenorae, Bartlettina platyphylla, Bartlettina calderonii, Bartlettina lanicaulis, Bartlettina tuerckheimii, Bartlettina constipatiflora, Bartlettina silvicola, Bartlettina xalapana, Bartlettina hemisphaerica, Bartlettina chiriquensis, Bartlettina sordida, Bartlettina karwinskiana, Bartlettina breedlovei, Bartlettina hylobia, Bartlettina perezioides, Bartlettina paezensis, Bartlettina cleefii, Bartlettina hastifera, Bartlettina oresbia, Bartlettina pinabetensis, Bartlettina montigena, Bartlettina campii, Bartlettina brevipetiolata, Bartlettina luxii, Bartlettina ornata, Bartlettina guatemalensis, Bartlettina maxonii, Bartlettina tamaulipanum, Bartlettina juxtlahuaca, Bartlettina serboana, Bartlettina yaharana, Bartlettina solavegana, Bartlettina textitlana, Bartlettina conspicua,

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-21023: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.