Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
alatus
ID:
41076

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49(1): 5. 1981

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040405



Common Names

  • Heterocondylus alatus
  • Alatus Heterocondylus
  • Alatus


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Description

Heterocondylus alatus (also called Winged Hawkweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Heterocondylus alatus is a plant native to South Africa. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases. It also has antifungal and antibacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heterocondylus alatus is yellow, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heterocondylus alatus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer in the spring.

Where to Find Heterocondylus alatus

Heterocondylus alatus is found in the Mediterranean region.

Heterocondylus alatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterocondylus alatus?

Heterocondylus alatus

What type of plant is Heterocondylus alatus?

It is a flowering plant

Where is Heterocondylus alatus found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia

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-139073: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.