Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
dissecta
ID:
135955

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook. & Arn.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 12: 466 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135284



Common Names

  • Hofmeisteria
  • Dissected Hofmeisteria
  • Hofmeisteria dissecta


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Synonyms

  • Podophania dissecta B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Podophania ghiesbreghtiana Baill. [unknown]
  • Phania dissecta Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Podophania ghiesbreghtiana Baillon [deprecated]
  • Eupatorium dissectum Benth. [unknown]

Description

Hofmeisteria dissecta (also called Cut-leaved Hofmeisteria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in summer. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hofmeisteria dissecta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hofmeisteria dissecta is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hofmeisteria dissecta can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in spring or summer for best results.

Where to Find Hofmeisteria dissecta

Hofmeisteria dissecta is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and open woodlands.

Hofmeisteria dissecta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hofmeisteria dissecta?

Hofmeisteria dissecta

What is the common name of Hofmeisteria dissecta?

Dissecta

What is the natural habitat of Hofmeisteria dissecta?

It is found in temperate regions of Europe and Asia

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-96033: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.