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
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.
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 Heptanthus 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,