Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpina
ID:
69893

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Cass.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1821

Citation Micro:
Dict. Sci. Nat., ed. 2. 21: 412 (1821)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069222



Common Names

  • Homogyne alpina
  • Alpine Homogyne
  • Alpine Daisy


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Description

Homogyne alpina (also called alpine homogyne, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Alps. It grows in rocky and grassy slopes, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Homogyne alpina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for cut flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Homogyne alpina sub. alpina
Homogyne alpina sub. cantabrica (Losa & P.Monts.) Rivas Mart., T.E.Díaz, Fern.Prieto, Loidi & Penas

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Homogyne alpina has yellow flowers with five petals and a central disc. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are greyish-green and covered with fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Homogyne alpina is a perennial shrub that is grown from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by taking cuttings from the parent plant. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a potting mix. Water regularly and keep in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Homogyne alpina

Homogyne alpina is native to the Alps and can be found in the wild in the mountains of Austria, France, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland.

Homogyne alpina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Homogyne alpina?

Homogyne alpina

What is the common name of Homogyne alpina?

Alpine Homogyne

What is the family of Homogyne alpina?

Asteraceae

Species in the Homogyne 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-26056: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Henri Cassini (1781-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cass.' in the authors string.