Status:
valid
Authors:
(Regel & Schmalh.) M.Popov
Source:
gcc
Year:
1941
Citation Micro:
Trudy Uzbeksk. Gosud. Univ. 14: 88. 1941
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011934
Common Names
- Epapposa Heteracia
- Heteracia Epapposa
- Epapposa
Description
Heteracia epapposa (also called 'Epappose Heteracia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has a woody stem and its leaves are alternate, linear, and serrated. It grows in rocky areas, such as cliffs and ravines.
Uses & Benefits
Heteracia epapposa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Heteracia epapposa has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Heteracia epapposa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Heteracia epapposa
Heteracia epapposa can be found in the Andes Mountains of Colombia.
Heteracia epapposa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heteracia epapposa?
Heteracia epapposa
What is the common name of Heteracia epapposa?
Epappose Heteracia
Where does Heteracia epapposa grow?
Heteracia epapposa grows in South America
Species in the Heteracia 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,