Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 38: 48 (46-51; fig.) (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061183
Common Names
- Holoschkuhria Tetramera
- Four-winged Holoschkuhria
- Four-winged Gnomeplant
Description
Holoschkuhria tetramera (also called Four-petal Schkuhria, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves that are lanceolate and toothed. It is native to Europe and grows in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Holoschkuhria tetramera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating various ailments. It is also used as a dye and for making perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Holoschkuhria tetramera has small, yellow flowers with a single row of petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are covered in fine hairs.
Cultivation and Propagation
Holoschkuhria tetramera is a perennial plant that is native to Europe. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division in spring or by seed in autumn. It is best to sow the seeds in a cold frame in autumn.
Where to Find Holoschkuhria tetramera
Holoschkuhria tetramera can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Holoschkuhria tetramera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Holoschkuhria tetramera?
Holoschkuhria tetramera
What is the common name of Holoschkuhria tetramera?
Four-petaled Holoschkuhria
What is the natural habitat of Holoschkuhria tetramera?
Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands
Species in the Holoschkuhria 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,