Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hirtissima
ID:
1165

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 22: 629, pl. 59 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000494



Common Names

  • Flourensia hirtissima
  • Hirtissima Flourensia
  • Hairy Flourensia


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Description

Flourensia hirtissima (also called Hairy Flourensia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem and small, white flower heads. It grows in dry scrublands and other dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Flourensia hirtissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flourensia hirtissima has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Flourensia hirtissima is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Flourensia hirtissima

Flourensia hirtissima is native to South America and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Flourensia hirtissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Flourensia hirtissima?

Flourensia hirtissima

What is the common name of Flourensia hirtissima?

Hairy Flourensia

What is the natural habitat of Flourensia hirtissima?

Flourensia hirtissima is native to South America.

What is the flowering period of Flourensia hirtissima?

Flourensia hirtissima flowers from April to June.

What is the height of Flourensia hirtissima?

Flourensia hirtissima can grow up to 1 meter in height.

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-100469: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.