Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
simplicior
ID:
1324319

Status:
valid

Authors:
Magee & B.Busch

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 43(1): 92 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336773



Common Names

  • Hippia simplicior
  • Simplicior Hippia
  • Simplicior Rein Orchid


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Description

Hippia simplicior (also called Hippia simplicior, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall, with a single stem or several stems branching from the base. It is native to southern Africa, from South Africa north to Mozambique. It grows in dry bushland, woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hippia simplicior is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also known to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hippia simplicior has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippia simplicior is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the shrub is relatively easy to care for and requires minimal pruning.

Where to Find Hippia simplicior

Hippia simplicior is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in tropical forests at elevations of 500-2500 meters.

Hippia simplicior FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippia simplicior?

Hippia simplicior

What is the common name of Hippia simplicior?

Simple Hippia

What is the natural range of Hippia simplicior?

Southern Africa

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

Anthony R. Magee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Magee' in the authors string.
B. Busch: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Busch' in the authors string.