Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
brevipes
ID:
90487

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 148 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089816



Common Names

  • Heptanthus
  • Short-Stalked Heptanthus
  • Heptanthus Brevipes


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Description

Heptanthus brevipes (also called Short-Stalked Heptanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has small, white flowers and narrow, green leaves. It can be found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Heptanthus brevipes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heptanthus brevipes has small, yellow flowers with four petals and a single style. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have short, thick stems and oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heptanthus brevipes is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Heptanthus brevipes

Heptanthus brevipes is native to South America. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as hillsides and cliffs. It is also found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and agricultural fields.

Heptanthus brevipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heptanthus brevipes?

Heptanthus brevipes

What type of plant is Heptanthus brevipes?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Heptanthus brevipes found?

Brazil

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-4612: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.