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Common Names
- Haeckeria
- Candelabra Cactus
- Sticks of Fire
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.
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 Haeckeria genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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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,