Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 497 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015125
Common Names
- Mild Heterolepis
- Mitis Heterolepis
- Mild Daisy
Description
Heterolepis mitis (also called 'Climbing False Rosemary', among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Heterolepis mitis is a small, evergreen shrub that is often used as a border plant in gardens. Its leaves are aromatic and can be used to make a tea, and its flowers can be used to make a fragrant oil. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Heterolepis mitis has small yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Heterolepis mitis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by cuttings in the summer. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates.
Where to Find Heterolepis mitis
Heterolepis mitis is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and on limestone slopes.
Heterolepis mitis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heterolepis mitis?
Heterolepis mitis
What are the common names of Heterolepis mitis?
Mild Bush Daisy
What is the growth habit of Heterolepis mitis?
It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading, mounding habit
Species in the Heterolepis genus
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,