Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
punctata
ID:
38046

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.H.Willis

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037375



Common Names

  • Haeckeria
  • Candelabra Cactus
  • Sticks of Fire


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Description

Haeckeria punctata (also called Punctate Haeckeria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small white flowers. It prefers dry and sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Haeckeria punctata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Haeckeria punctata flower is yellow and has a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haeckeria punctata is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer. It can be pruned to encourage bushier growth.

Where to Find Haeckeria punctata

Haeckeria punctata can be found in the Caribbean.

Haeckeria punctata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Haeckeria punctata?

Haeckeria punctata

What is the common name of Haeckeria punctata?

Spotted Haeckeria

Where is Haeckeria punctata found?

Haeckeria punctata is found in Mexico

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-136145: Based on the initial data import
James Hamlyn Willis (1910-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Willis' in the authors string.