Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
vitalbae
ID:
28263

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 24: 392 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027592



Common Names

  • Heterocondylus Vitalbae
  • Vitalba's Heterocondylus
  • Vitalba's Heterocondyla


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Synonyms

  • Oyedaea episcopalis H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Campuloclinium surinamense Miq. [unknown]
  • Bulbostylis scandens Gardner [unknown]
  • Eupatorium vitalbae vitalbae [unknown]
  • Eupatorium ecuadorae Klatt [unknown]
  • Eupatorium vitalbae DC. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium vitalbae serratifolium Chodat [unknown]

Description

Heterocondylus vitalbae (also called Vitalba's Heterocondylus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a slender stem and small, lobed leaves. It is typically found in grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Heterocondylus vitalbae is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heterocondylus vitalbae is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heterocondylus vitalbae is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a sunny spot in moist, well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in autumn or spring and should be kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Heterocondylus vitalbae

Heterocondylus vitalbae can be found in South America.

Heterocondylus vitalbae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterocondylus vitalbae?

Heterocondylus vitalbae

What is the common name of Heterocondylus vitalbae?

Vitalba's heterocondylus

Where is Heterocondylus vitalbae native to?

Europe

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

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.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:121072-2: Based on the initial data import