Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
antunesii
ID:
11856

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.Hoffm.) Roessler

Source:
gcc

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München iii. 356 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011185



Common Names

  • Antunesii Hirpicium
  • Antunes' Hirpicium
  • Hirpicium Antunesii


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Synonyms

  • Berkheya antunesii O.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Hirpicium antunesii (also called Antunes' hirpicium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and grows to a height of 0.2-0.3 m. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hirpicium antunesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hirpicium antunesii is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hirpicium antunesii is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and placed in a moist medium. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they take root.

Where to Find Hirpicium antunesii

Hirpicium antunesii is native to Portugal and can be found in the Serra da Estrela mountain range.

Hirpicium antunesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hirpicium antunesii?

Hirpicium antunesii

What is the common name of Hirpicium antunesii?

Antunes' hirpicium

What is the distribution of Hirpicium antunesii?

It is found in Portugal and Spain

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-110841: Based on the initial data import
Karl August Otto Hoffmann (1853-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Hoffm.' in the authors string.
Helmut Roessler (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roessler' in the authors string.