Status:
valid
Authors:
(Chodat) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 24: 391 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036511
Common Names
- Heterocondylus
- Lysimachia
- Lysimachioides
Synonyms
- Eupatorium lysimachioides Chodat [unknown]
- Eupatorium lysimachioides lysimachioides [unknown]
- Eupatorium estrellense Hassl. [unknown]
- Eupatorium lysimachioide estrellense Hassl. [unknown]
Description
Heterocondylus lysimachioides (also called Lysimachia-Leaf Heterocondylus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in open grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas at an elevation of 0 to 1,000 meters. It has alternate, oblong to lanceolate leaves that are 2 to 6 cm long and 1 to 3 cm wide. The flowers are small and yellow and the fruits are small, red achenes.
Uses & Benefits
Heterocondylus lysimachioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as an insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Heterocondylus lysimachioides are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Heterocondylus lysimachioides is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination, which usually takes about two weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they should be thinned to about 10 cm apart. Division should be done in spring or autumn, with the divisions planted in a light, well-drained soil. The plants will flower from summer to autumn and should be deadheaded regularly to encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Heterocondylus lysimachioides
Heterocondylus lysimachioides is native to the Mediterranean and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Heterocondylus lysimachioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heterocondylus lysimachioides?
Heterocondylus lysimachioides
What is the common name of Heterocondylus lysimachioides?
Lysimachioides Hawkweed
What type of plant is Heterocondylus lysimachioides?
Heterocondylus lysimachioides is a perennial herb
Species in the Heterocondylus genus
Heterocondylus reitzii,
Heterocondylus vitalbae,
Heterocondylus lysimachioides,
Heterocondylus alatus,
Heterocondylus leptolepis,
Heterocondylus caracaensis,
Heterocondylus amphidyctius,
Heterocondylus didymus,
Heterocondylus amphidictyus,
Heterocondylus macrocephalus,
Heterocondylus decipiens,
Heterocondylus jaraguensis,
Heterocondylus inesiae,
Heterocondylus pumilus,
Heterocondylus itacolumiensis,
Heterocondylus grandis,
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,