Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
epapposa
ID:
12605

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


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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.

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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,

References

Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Johannes Theodor Schmalhausen (1849-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schmalh.' in the authors string.