Blepharispermum hirtum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirtum
ID:
130407
Status:
valid
Authors:
Oliv.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 25: t. 2435 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129736
Common Names
- Blepharispermum hirtum
- Hairy Blepharispermum
- Hirtum Blepharispermum
Searching for Blepharispermum hirtum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Blepharispermum hirtum (also called Hairy Blepharispermum, among many other common names) is an annual flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, star-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in sandy soils, and is often found in dry meadows and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Blepharispermum hirtum is used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Blepharispermum hirtum is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Searching for Blepharispermum hirtum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Blepharispermum hirtum is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but it does best in sandy or loamy soils. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Blepharispermum hirtum
Blepharispermum hirtum can be found in the Middle East and Central Asia.
Blepharispermum hirtum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Blepharispermum hirtum?
Blepharispermum hirtum
What is the common name of Blepharispermum hirtum?
Hairy Blepharispermum
What is the natural habitat of Blepharispermum hirtum?
Blepharispermum hirtum is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sunny habitats.
Species in the Blepharispermum genus
Blepharispermum minus, Blepharispermum yemense, Blepharispermum xerothamnum, Blepharispermum pubescens, Blepharispermum canescens, Blepharispermum arcuatum, Blepharispermum petiolare, Blepharispermum zanguebaricum, Blepharispermum ellenbeckii, Blepharispermum obovatum, Blepharispermum villosum, Blepharispermum fruticosum, Blepharispermum spinulosum, Blepharispermum hirtum, Blepharispermum brachycarphum,
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-90665: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.