Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
integrifolium
ID:
85399

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 53 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084728



Common Names

  • Hirpicium integrifolium
  • Integral-Leaved Hirpicium
  • Integral-Leaved Mouse-Ear


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Synonyms

  • Gazania integrifolia Spreng. [unknown]
  • Gorteria integrifolia Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Hirpicium integrifolium (also called Integrifolia hirpicium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry and sandy soils, in open grasslands, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hirpicium integrifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control. It has medicinal properties and can be used to treat digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hirpicium integrifolium is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hirpicium integrifolium is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can also be divided in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Hirpicium integrifolium

Hirpicium integrifolium can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, France, and Italy.

Hirpicium integrifolium FAQ

What are the common uses of Hirpicium integrifolium?

Hirpicium integrifolium is commonly used as an ornamental plant and as a food source.

What is the habitat of Hirpicium integrifolium?

Hirpicium integrifolium is found in dry, rocky areas of the Mediterranean region.

What are the characteristics of Hirpicium integrifolium?

Hirpicium integrifolium is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It has long, narrow leaves and small yellow flowers.

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