Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
peduncularis
ID:
74631

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 497 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073960



Common Names

  • Heterolepis
  • Climbing Daisy
  • Climbing Sunray


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Synonyms

  • Heteromorpha peduncularis Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Heterolepis peduncularis (also called yellow-flower heterolepis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with small, yellow flowers that grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Heterolepis peduncularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine, as a source of food, and as a source of dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heterolepis peduncularis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black. The seedlings are thin and slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heterolepis peduncularis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, and the seeds should be sown in the spring. The plant can also be propagated by division in the spring.

Where to Find Heterolepis peduncularis

Heterolepis peduncularis can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, mainly in the Iberian Peninsula.

Heterolepis peduncularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterolepis peduncularis?

Heterolepis peduncularis

What is the common name of Heterolepis peduncularis?

Shrubby Heterolepis

What is the natural habitat of Heterolepis peduncularis?

Grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas

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