Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
heterolepis
ID:
64978

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 54: 186 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064307



Common Names

  • Candelilla
  • Heterolepis Flourensia
  • Candelilla de la Sierra


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Synonyms

  • Viguiera glutinosa Rusby [unknown]

Description

Flourensia heterolepis (also called 'Heterolepis Flourensia', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single stem with many branches, and its leaves are oblong and covered with soft hairs. It grows in open areas, such as roadsides and meadows, and is often found in dry and rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Flourensia heterolepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Flourensia heterolepis is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, flat disc. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Flourensia heterolepis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or layering. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Flourensia heterolepis

Flourensia heterolepis can be found in South America, including Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile.

Flourensia heterolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Flourensia heterolepis?

Flourensia heterolepis

What is the family of Flourensia heterolepis?

Asteraceae

What are the common names of Flourensia heterolepis?

Heterolepis Flourensia

Species in the Flourensia genus

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-21260: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.