Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Dittrich
Source:
gcc
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Boissiera 51: 75 (1996): (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059643
Common Names
- Hirtellina fruticosa
- Shrubby Hawkweed
- Fringed Hawkweed
Description
Hirtellina fruticosa (also called Bushy Hirtle, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has hairy stems and leaves, and produces white flowers. It prefers dry, rocky soils and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Hirtellina fruticosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It has been used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hirtellina fruticosa is a white-pink disc floret with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are oblong and toothed.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hirtellina fruticosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Hirtellina fruticosa
Hirtellina fruticosa can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Hirtellina fruticosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hirtellina fruticosa?
Hirtellina fruticosa
What is the common name of Hirtellina fruticosa?
Shrubby hirtellina
What is the family of Hirtellina fruticosa?
Asteraceae
Species in the Hirtellina genus
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,