Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 230 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030468
Common Names
- Hilliardiella Nudicaulis
- Naked-stem Hilliardiella
- Nudicaulis Hilliardiella
Synonyms
- Webbia nudicaulis DC. [unknown]
- Cacalia nudicaulis Kuntze [unknown]
- Vernonia dregeana Sch.Bip. ex Walp. [unknown]
- Vernonia dregeana Sch.Bip. [unknown]
Description
Hilliardiella nudicaulis (also called 'Naked-stemmed Hilliardiella', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and grows in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hilliardiella nudicaulis is used as an ornamental plant, for its essential oils, and in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hilliardiella nudicaulis is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hilliardiella nudicaulis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can tolerate some light shade. Water regularly but do not overwater. Fertilize lightly in the spring and summer. Divide the plants every few years to maintain vigor.
Where to Find Hilliardiella nudicaulis
Hilliardiella nudicaulis can be found in South Africa.
Hilliardiella nudicaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hilliardiella nudicaulis?
Hilliardiella nudicaulis
What is the common name of Hilliardiella nudicaulis?
Naked-Stemmed Hilliardiella
What is the family of Hilliardiella nudicaulis?
Asteraceae
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,