Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
atlantica
ID:
16838

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Litard. & Maire) Humphries

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 130(2): 156 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016167



Common Names

  • Atlantic Heliocauta
  • Heliocauta Atlantica
  • Heliocauta Atlantic


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Description

Heliocauta atlantica (also called Atlantic Heliocauta, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers. It is native to the Atlantic islands and is found in dry, open habitats such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Heliocauta atlantica is used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heliocauta atlantica is a yellow-white composite flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a few small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliocauta atlantica is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Heliocauta atlantica

Heliocauta atlantica is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in the wild in Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, and Turkey.

Heliocauta atlantica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliocauta atlantica?

Heliocauta atlantica

What is the common name of Heliocauta atlantica?

Atlantic Sunflower

What type of plant is Heliocauta atlantica?

Annual herb

Species in the Heliocauta 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-115646: Based on the initial data import
Chris Humphries (1947-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humphries' in the authors string.
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
René Verriet de Litardière (1888-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Litard.' in the authors string.