Status:
valid
Authors:
J.M.Wood & M.S.Evans
Source:
gcc
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 35: 488 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120182
Common Names
- Heteromma simplicifolia
- Simplicifolia Heteromma
- Heteromma of Simplicifolia
Description
Heteromma simplicifolia (also called Simple-Leaved Heteromma, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to the southeastern United States. It has long, narrow leaves and tall, slender stems with small white flowers that appear in the summer. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Heteromma simplicifolia is a wildflower that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It has small yellow flowers and is known for its drought tolerance. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat skin conditions and its roots being used to treat digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Heteromma simplicifolia has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and dark. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Heteromma simplicifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 9.
Where to Find Heteromma simplicifolia
Heteromma simplicifolia is native to South America, specifically Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay. It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Heteromma simplicifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heteromma simplicifolia?
Heteromma simplicifolia
What is the common name of Heteromma simplicifolia?
Simple-leaved Heteromma
What type of plant is Heteromma simplicifolia?
It is a shrub
Species in the Heteromma 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,