Status:
valid
Authors:
Reiche
Source:
gcc
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile 109: 78 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043072
Common Names
- Haplopappus humilis
- Humilis Haplopappus
- Humilis False Sowthistle
Description
Haplopappus humilis (also called Low Haplopappus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a thin stem and produces small yellow flowers. It grows in sandy soils and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Haplopappus humilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, stomach ache and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Haplopappus humilis is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Haplopappus humilis is a perennial shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Haplopappus humilis
Haplopappus humilis is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Haplopappus humilis FAQ
What type of plant is Haplopappus humilis?
Haplopappus humilis is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.
Where is Haplopappus humilis found?
Haplopappus humilis is native to South America, specifically in Brazil and Argentina.
What is the growth habit of Haplopappus humilis?
Haplopappus humilis is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.
Species in the Haplopappus genus
Haplopappus hookerianus,
Haplopappus platylepis,
Haplopappus remyanus,
Haplopappus paucidentatus,
Haplopappus angustifolius,
Haplopappus valparadisiacus,
Haplopappus cerberoanus,
Haplopappus racemiger,
Haplopappus pedunculosus,
Haplopappus philippii,
Haplopappus macrocephalus,
Haplopappus vicuniensis,
Haplopappus phyllophorus,
Haplopappus diplopappus,
Haplopappus integerrimus,
Haplopappus donianus,
Haplopappus rigidus,
Haplopappus pinnatifidus,
Haplopappus linifolius,
Haplopappus mucronatus,
Haplopappus retinervius,
Haplopappus rengifoanus,
Haplopappus chrysanthemifolius,
Haplopappus struthionum,
Haplopappus mendocinus,
Haplopappus albicans,
Haplopappus humilis,
Haplopappus nahuelbutae,
Haplopappus baylahuen,
Haplopappus marginalis,
Haplopappus graveolens,
Haplopappus ischnos,
Haplopappus multifolius,
Haplopappus pristiphyllus,
Haplopappus ochagavianus,
Haplopappus bezanillanus,
Haplopappus deserticola,
Haplopappus anthylloides,
Haplopappus coquimbensis,
Haplopappus rotundifolius,
Haplopappus uncinatus,
Haplopappus parvifolius,
Haplopappus fremonti,
Haplopappus pinea,
Haplopappus kingi,
Haplopappus serrulatus,
Haplopappus ferreyrae,
Haplopappus pulchellus,
Haplopappus decurrens,
Haplopappus reicheanus,
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,