Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
herrerae
ID:
39407

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattf. ex Herrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Ann. Univ. Cuzco 1: 189. 1926 , nomen; cf. Gray Herb. Card Cat., Issue 1 15.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038736



Common Names

  • Herrerae
  • Culcitium
  • Culcitium Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Senecio herrerae Cabrera [unknown]

Description

Culcitium herrerae (also called Herrera's Culcitium, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Central and South America. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in summer. It prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Culcitium herrerae is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its small, white flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Culcitium herrerae is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Culcitium herrerae can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a sunny location.

Where to Find Culcitium herrerae

Culcitium herrerae can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Culcitium herrerae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Culcitium herrerae?

Culcitium herrerae

What is the common name of Culcitium herrerae?

Herrera's Culcitium

What is the growth habit of Culcitium herrerae?

Perennial

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

Johannes Mattfeld (1895-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattf.' in the authors string.
Fortunado Luciano Herrera y Garmendia (1875-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herrera' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:200655-1: Based on the initial data import