Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Nord.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 130(3): 283. 1977
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067372
Common Names
- Cacosmia Harlingii
- Harling's Cacosmia
- Harling Cacosmia
Description
Cacosmia harlingii (also called Harling's cacosmia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a shallow, fibrous root system and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are opposite, lanceolate and covered in short hairs. It produces white flowers which are grouped in a dense, globular inflorescence. It grows in moist soils in open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cacosmia harlingii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cacosmia harlingii has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers and white petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cacosmia harlingii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and given regular watering.
Where to Find Cacosmia harlingii
Cacosmia harlingii is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.
Cacosmia harlingii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cacosmia harlingii?
Cacosmia harlingii
What is the common name of Cacosmia harlingii?
Harling's Cacosmia
What type of plant is Cacosmia harlingii?
Perennial
Species in the Cacosmia genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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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,