Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 230 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117460
Common Names
- Aristata Hilliardiella
- Hilliardiella
- Aristata
Description
Hilliardiella aristata (also called Hilliard's Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hilliardiella aristata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hilliardiella aristata is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hilliardiella aristata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which should be taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and should be about 10 cm in length. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Hilliardiella aristata
Hilliardiella aristata is native to the southeastern United States. It can be found in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands, fields, and roadsides.
Hilliardiella aristata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hilliardiella aristata?
Hilliardiella aristata
What is the common name of Hilliardiella aristata?
Aristate Daisy
What is the habitat of Hilliardiella aristata?
It is found in open areas, such as meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Species in the Hilliardiella 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,