Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
anomalochaeta
ID:
85561

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.M.King) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 63: 416 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084890



Common Names

  • Anomalochaeta
  • Hofmeisteria Anomalochaeta
  • Hofmeisteria


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Synonyms

  • Carterothamnus anomalochaeta R.M.King [unknown]

Description

Hofmeisteria anomalochaeta (also called 'Conebush', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hofmeisteria anomalochaeta is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant for treating digestive and respiratory ailments, and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hofmeisteria anomalochaeta are yellow in color and have a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hofmeisteria anomalochaeta 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 be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Hofmeisteria anomalochaeta

Hofmeisteria anomalochaeta is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky hillsides.

Hofmeisteria anomalochaeta FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Hofmeisteria anomalochaeta?

Hofmeisteria anomalochaeta prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Hofmeisteria anomalochaeta?

Hofmeisteria anomalochaeta prefers temperatures between 65-75°F.

What is the best time to plant Hofmeisteria anomalochaeta?

Hofmeisteria anomalochaeta is best planted in the spring or fall.

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-41318: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.