Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hirsuta
ID:
23000

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 230 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022329



Common Names

  • Hilliardiella hirsuta
  • Hairy Hilliardiella
  • Hairy False Daisy


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Description

Hilliardiella hirsuta (also called Hairy Hilliardiella, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem that can reach up to 1 m in height. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are yellow and daisy-like. It is found in grassland and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hilliardiella hirsuta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hilliardiella hirsuta has small yellow flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single set of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hilliardiella hirsuta is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It is usually propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, it is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Hilliardiella hirsuta

Hilliardiella hirsuta can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana, as well as in parts of Canada.

Hilliardiella hirsuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hilliardiella hirsuta?

Hilliardiella hirsuta

What is the common name of Hilliardiella hirsuta?

Hairy hilliardiella

What type of plant is Hilliardiella hirsuta?

Herb

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

IPNI record: 1010902-1: Originally associated with wfo-0000055472
The Plant List version 1.0, record: gcc-154106: Originally associated with wfo-0000055472
The Plant List version 1.1, record: gcc-154106: Originally associated with wfo-0000055472
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.