Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ovatifolium
ID:
87568

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Descr. Pl. : 204

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086897



Common Names

  • Heterosperma ovatifolium
  • Ovate-leaved Heterosperma
  • Ovate-leaved Heterosperma


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Synonyms

  • Heterosperma maritimum Kunth [unknown]
  • Heterosperma ovatum Willd. [unknown]
  • Bidens rhombifolium Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Heterosperma maritimum maritimum [unknown]
  • Heterosperma rhombifolium Griseb. [unknown]
  • Heterosperma pinnatum maritimum (Kunth) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Heterosperma pinnatum ovatifolium (Cav.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bidens rhombifolia Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Heterosperma ovatifolium (also called Heterosperma ovate-leaved, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to the tropical regions of Mexico and Central America. It has ovate leaves with a glossy green upper surface and a dull underside. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as tropical rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Heterosperma ovatifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heterosperma ovatifolium is yellow, and the seed is a small, black achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heterosperma ovatifolium is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Heterosperma ovatifolium

Heterosperma ovatifolium is native to Australia and is found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Heterosperma ovatifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterosperma ovatifolium?

Heterosperma ovatifolium

What type of plant is Heterosperma ovatifolium?

It is a perennial herb

Where does Heterosperma ovatifolium grow?

It is native to the Mediterranean region

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