Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
brandegei
ID:
81064

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob. & Greenm.) Semple

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 13(4): 557. 1988

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080393



Common Names

  • Brandegei
  • Heterotheca
  • Heterotheca Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Chrysopsis brandegei B.L.Rob. & Greenm. [unknown]

Description

Heterotheca brandegei (also called Brandegei, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry forests and scrublands, and has small, white flowers and long, thin leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Heterotheca brandegei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heterotheca brandegei is yellow and daisy-like, with a single row of ray florets surrounding a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heterotheca brandegei is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Australia and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist.

Where to Find Heterotheca brandegei

Heterotheca brandegei can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.

Heterotheca brandegei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterotheca brandegei?

Heterotheca brandegei

What are the common names of Heterotheca brandegei?

Common names for Heterotheca brandegei include Heterotheca, Brandegei, and Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Heterotheca brandegei?

Heterotheca brandegei is native to South America and is commonly found in dry, rocky habitats.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-36962: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
John Cameron Semple (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Semple' in the authors string.