Status:
valid
Authors:
Kuntze
Source:
gcc
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 344 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034573
Common Names
- Clutiifolia Hertia
- Clutiifolia Hertia
- Clutiifolia Hertia
Description
Hertia clutiifolia (also called Cluti's Hertia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of deeply-lobed leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hertia clutiifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hertia clutiifolia is yellow with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hertia clutiifolia is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Hertia clutiifolia
Hertia clutiifolia is native to Central and South America.
Hertia clutiifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hertia clutiifolia?
Hertia clutiifolia
What is the family of Hertia clutiifolia?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Hertia clutiifolia?
Clutia
Where is Hertia clutiifolia found?
Hertia clutiifolia is found in South Africa.
What is the habitat of Hertia clutiifolia?
Hertia clutiifolia grows in rocky areas, grasslands, and disturbed sites.
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,