Status:
valid
Authors:
I.M.Johnst.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 4, 12: 1185 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000054765
Common Names
- Filifolia Hofmeisteria
- Filifolia
- Hofmeisteria
Description
Hofmeisteria filifolia (also called 'Canyon Grape', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a woody vine with small, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky canyons, cliffs, and dry hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Hofmeisteria filifolia is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Hofmeisteria filifolia flower is small and white with yellow centers, and the seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hofmeisteria filifolia is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is best done by division or seed.
Where to Find Hofmeisteria filifolia
Hofmeisteria filifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Hofmeisteria filifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hofmeisteria filifolia?
Hofmeisteria filifolia
What is the family of Hofmeisteria filifolia?
Asteraceae
Where is Hofmeisteria filifolia found?
Mexico
Species in the Hofmeisteria genus
Hofmeisteria urenifolia,
Hofmeisteria crassifolia,
Hofmeisteria standleyi,
Hofmeisteria filifolia,
Hofmeisteria sinaloensis,
Hofmeisteria mexiae,
Hofmeisteria anomalochaeta,
Hofmeisteria schaffneri,
Hofmeisteria dissecta,
Hofmeisteria gayleana,
Hofmeisteria malvaefolia,
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,