Status:
valid
Authors:
Klingenb.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot. 157: 315 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008347
Common Names
- Haplopappus valparadisiacus
- Valparaiso Haplopappus
- Valparaiso Goldenbush
Synonyms
- Diplopappus inuloides Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
Description
Haplopappus valparadisiacus (also called Valparaiso's Haplopappus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Chile and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has yellow daisy-like flowers and small, grey-green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Haplopappus valparadisiacus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases. It is also used as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Haplopappus valparadisiacus is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow, pointed leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Haplopappus valparadisiacus is a perennial that is best propagated by division in the spring or early summer. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Haplopappus valparadisiacus
Haplopappus valparadisiacus is native to South America and can be found in the Andes Mountains.
Haplopappus valparadisiacus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Haplopappus valparadisiacus?
Haplopappus valparadisiacus
What is the common name of Haplopappus valparadisiacus?
Valparadisiacus Haplopappus
What is the natural habitat of Haplopappus valparadisiacus?
It is found in dry, rocky slopes and grasslands in South Africa.
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,