Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
haitiensis
ID:
42890

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Ekman

Source:
gcc

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 20A(5): 64. 1926

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042219



Common Names

  • Herodotia haitiensis
  • Haitiensis Herodotia
  • Herodotia Haitiensis


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Description

Herodotia haitiensis (also called Haitian herb, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Haiti, and is found in dry, open areas and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Herodotia haitiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties to treat digestive and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Herodotia haitiensis has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Herodotia haitiensis is a perennial herb that is native to Haiti. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Herodotia haitiensis

Herodotia haitiensis is native to Haiti and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Herodotia haitiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Herodotia haitiensis?

Herodotia haitiensis

What is the common name of Herodotia haitiensis?

Haitian Herodotia

Where is Herodotia haitiensis found?

Herodotia haitiensis is found in Haiti and the Dominican Republic

Species in the Herodotia 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-140835: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.