Status:
valid
Authors:
Maire & Weiller
Source:
gcc
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N. 1939, xxx. 283.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026383
Common Names
- Heteromera philaenorum
- Philaenus beetle
- Philaenus weevil
Description
Heteromera philaenorum (also called Philaenor's Heteromera, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, sandy, and rocky soils in deserts and semi-deserts.
Uses & Benefits
Heteromera philaenorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties and as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Heteromera philaenorum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened disk. The seedlings are small, with linear leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Heteromera philaenorum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.
Where to Find Heteromera philaenorum
Heteromera philaenorum can be found in the wild in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Heteromera philaenorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heteromera philaenorum?
Heteromera philaenorum
What type of plant is Heteromera philaenorum?
Heteromera philaenorum is an herb.
Where is Heteromera philaenorum native to?
Heteromera philaenorum is native to Europe.
Species in the Heteromera 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,