Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arenicola
ID:
35540

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sennen & Mauricio

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Sennen, Diagn. Nouv. Pl. Espagne & Maroc 1928-35 236. 1936

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034869



Common Names

  • Beach Hedypnois
  • Arenicola Hedypnois
  • Hedypnois arenicola


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Synonyms

  • Leontodon arenicola (Sennen & Mauricio) Enke & Zidorn [unknown]

Description

Hedypnois arenicola (also called Sand Hedypnois, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Hedypnois arenicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hedypnois arenicola is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedypnois arenicola is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Hedypnois arenicola

Hedypnois arenicola can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Hedypnois arenicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedypnois arenicola?

Hedypnois arenicola

What is the common name of Hedypnois arenicola?

Sand-loving Hedypnois

What is the natural habitat of Hedypnois arenicola?

Hedypnois arenicola is native to the western Mediterranean region, from Spain and Portugal to Italy and Greece.

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-133724: Based on the initial data import
Frère Sennen (1861-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sennen' in the authors string.
Hermano Mauricio (1860-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mauricio' in the authors string.