Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nutans
ID:
92305

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 4: 640 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091634



Common Names

  • Fitchia nutans
  • Mountain Fitchia
  • Mountain Daisy


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Description

Fitchia nutans (also called Fitchia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It has yellow flowers and needle-like leaves. It grows in rocky soils, along roadsides and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Fitchia nutans is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens, parks, and other outdoor spaces. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fitchia nutans has yellow flowers with five petals and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fitchia nutans is a perennial herb that can be propagated through division of the root system. It prefers full sun and moist soil, and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11.

Where to Find Fitchia nutans

Fitchia nutans is native to the islands of the Pacific Ocean, including Hawaii, the Marquesas, and the Society Islands.

Fitchia nutans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fitchia nutans?

Fitchia nutans

What is the common name of Fitchia nutans?

Nodding Fitchia

What is the natural habitat of Fitchia nutans?

Fitchia nutans is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Madagascar.

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,

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