Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
albida
ID:
88970

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. xvi. 191 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088299



Common Names

  • Heterocoma albida
  • Heterocoma
  • Albida


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Synonyms

  • Proteopsis insculpta Philipson [unknown]
  • Proteopsis sellovii Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Serratula albida DC. ex Pers. [unknown]

Description

Heterocoma albida (also called white heterocoma, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and yellow flower heads. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Heterocoma albida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heterocoma albida is a yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heterocoma albida is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division of the root clumps. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered spot in the garden.

Where to Find Heterocoma albida

Heterocoma albida is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Heterocoma albida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterocoma albida?

Heterocoma albida

What are the common uses of Heterocoma albida?

Heterocoma albida is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Where is Heterocoma albida native to?

Heterocoma albida is native to Mexico and Central America.

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