Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
illustris
ID:
39745

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Revista Mus. La Plata, Secc. Bot. 11(50): 6 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039074



Common Names

  • Illustris Holocheilus
  • Illustris False Ragweed
  • Illustris False Aster


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Description

Holocheilus illustris (also called illustrated holocheilus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean. It has yellow-green flowers and grows in sandy soils in dry scrub and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Holocheilus illustris is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Holocheilus illustris is a small yellow flower with a single petal. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Holocheilus illustris is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Holocheilus illustris

Holocheilus illustris can be found in moist woodlands and meadows in the eastern United States, from Maine to Georgia.

Holocheilus illustris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Holocheilus illustris?

Holocheilus illustris

What is the common name of Holocheilus illustris?

Illustrious Holocheilus

What is the natural habitat of Holocheilus illustris?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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-137782: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.