Status:
valid
Authors:
Kuntze
Source:
gcc
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 344 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127097
Common Names
- Hertia Cheirifolia
- Giant Daisy Bush
- Giant Daisy Tree
Description
Hertia cheirifolia (also called White-flowered Hertia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows to a height of 0.3-0.6 m. It has white flowers and is native to Mexico. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hertia cheirifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, digestive problems, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hertia cheirifolia has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a single row along the stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hertia cheirifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seeds or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9.
Where to Find Hertia cheirifolia
Hertia cheirifolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Portugal, and Italy.
Hertia cheirifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hertia cheirifolia?
Hertia cheirifolia
What type of plant is Hertia cheirifolia?
Hertia cheirifolia is a shrub.
Where does Hertia cheirifolia grow?
Hertia cheirifolia is native to South America.
Species in the Hertia 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,