Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
darvasica
ID:
131113

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Winkl.) Poljakov

Source:
gcc

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 18: 289 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130442



Common Names

  • Hippolytia darvasica
  • Darvazian Hippolytia
  • Darvazian Aster


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Synonyms

  • Tanacetum darwasicum C.Winkl. [unknown]
  • Chrysanthemum darwasicum B.Fedtsch. [unknown]
  • Tanacetum darvasica C.Winkl. [unknown]

Description

Hippolytia darvasica (also called Darvasi's Hippolytia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It is found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands. It has a rosette of leaves and a yellow flower head. The leaves are deeply lobed and have a toothed margin.

Uses & Benefits

Hippolytia darvasica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used in the production of honey and forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hippolytia darvasica has a yellow flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippolytia darvasica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or fall. Division can be done in the spring or fall as well.

Where to Find Hippolytia darvasica

Hippolytia darvasica is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Hippolytia darvasica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippolytia darvasica?

Hippolytia darvasica

What is the common name of Hippolytia darvasica?

Darvish Hippolytia

What is the natural habitat of Hippolytia darvasica?

It is found in dry, rocky areas and scrubland in the Mediterranean region

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-9134: Based on the initial data import
Constantin Winkler (1848-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Winkl.' in the authors string.
Piotr Poliakov (1902-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poljakov' in the authors string.