Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.L.Turner) Paul G.Wilson
Source:
gcc
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 8(3) 1992
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076354
Common Names
- Haptotrichion Daisy
- Haptotrichion Daisy-bush
- Haptotrichion Daisy-bush
Synonyms
- Waitzia conica B.L.Turner [unknown]
Description
Haptotrichion conicum (also called Hairy Haptotrichion, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, grey-green leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers. It is found in rocky areas, scrublands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Haptotrichion conicum is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of fiber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Haptotrichion conicum has yellow flowers with 5 petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, slender leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Haptotrichion conicum is a shrub that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and should be about 10 cm long. Plant the cuttings in well-drained soil in a sunny position.
Where to Find Haptotrichion conicum
Haptotrichion conicum can be found in the deserts of Central Asia.
Haptotrichion conicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Haptotrichion conicum?
Haptotrichion conicum
What type of plant is Haptotrichion conicum?
It is a perennial herb in the family Asteraceae.
Where is Haptotrichion conicum native to?
It is native to South America.
Species in the Haptotrichion 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,