Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kraussii
ID:
71635

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip.) Fourc.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Mem. Bot. Surv. South Africa 20: 27 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070964



Common Names

  • Hertia Kraussii
  • Krauss's Hertia
  • Krauss's Daisy


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Description

Hertia kraussii (also called Krauss' Hertia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a single stem. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hertia kraussii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hertia kraussii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and have a smooth texture. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single true leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hertia kraussii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be cultivated in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Hertia kraussii

Hertia kraussii is native to South Africa and is commonly found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Hertia kraussii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hertia kraussii?

Hertia kraussii

What is the common name of Hertia kraussii?

Krauss' Hertia

What is the natural habitat of Hertia kraussii?

Grassy areas

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-27753: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Henry Georges Fourcade (1865-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fourc.' in the authors string.