Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
nana
ID:
26412

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) C.Shih

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 17(4): 68 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025741



Common Names

  • Hippolytia nana
  • Nana Hippolytia
  • Hippolytia


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Synonyms

  • Chrysanthemum nanum B.Fedtsch. [unknown]
  • Tanacetum nanum C.B.Clarke [unknown]

Description

Hippolytia nana (also called Dwarf Hippolytia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb that grows up to 10 cm tall. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hippolytia nana is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hippolytia nana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippolytia nana is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm (12 in) in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagate by seed or division in spring.

Where to Find Hippolytia nana

Hippolytia nana is native to Europe and is found in moist, shady areas. It can be found in countries such as France, Germany, and Italy.

Hippolytia nana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippolytia nana?

Hippolytia nana

What is the common name of Hippolytia nana?

Dwarf Hippolytia

What is the natural habitat of Hippolytia nana?

Mountain meadows and grasslands

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

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Chu Shih (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Shih' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:224909-1: Based on the initial data import