Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
herreanus
ID:
88336

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dinter) P.V.Heath

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Calyx 6(2): 54 (1999): (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087665



Common Names

  • Curio herreanus
  • Herran's Curio
  • Herran's Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio herreianus Dinter [unknown]
  • Kleinia herreiana (Dinter) Merxm. [unknown]

Description

Curio herreanus (also called 'Silver-leaved Curio', among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. It grows up to 1 m tall and has silver-green leaves. Its flowers are yellow and it is found in rocky and sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Curio herreanus is a small, perennial herb native to South Africa. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers can be used to make a tea. It is also known to have medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Curio herreanus is yellow and daisy-like with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Curio herreanus is a succulent perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate by stem cuttings or by division in spring or summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a rock garden or in a container.

Where to Find Curio herreanus

Curio herreanus is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo provinces.

Curio herreanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Curio herreanus?

Curio herreanus

What is the common name of Curio herreanus?

Herrean Curio

What is the natural habitat of Curio herreanus?

Dry grassland and scrubland in South Africa

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

Kurt Dinter (1868-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dinter' in the authors string.
Paul V. Heath (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.V.Heath' in the authors string.