Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
grandis
ID:
138399

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 24: 390 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137728



Common Names

  • Heterocondylus grandis
  • Grandis Heterocondylus
  • Heterocondylus


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium grande Sch.Bip. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Eupatorium angulosum Glaz. [unknown]

Description

Heterocondylus grandis (also called Grand Heterocondylus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, rocky slopes, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Heterocondylus grandis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heterocondylus grandis has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heterocondylus grandis is a perennial herb 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.

Where to Find Heterocondylus grandis

Heterocondylus grandis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Heterocondylus grandis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterocondylus grandis?

Heterocondylus grandis

What is the common name of Heterocondylus grandis?

Large heterocondylus

What is the natural habitat of Heterocondylus grandis?

It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, shrublands, and woodlands

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-984: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
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.