Status:
valid
Authors:
(Humbert) C.Jeffrey
Source:
gcc
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 80 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134972
Common Names
- Bathiaei Hubertia
- Bathiaei Starbush
- Bathiaei Starflower
Description
Hubertia bathiaei (also called Bathia's Hubertia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow or orange flowers. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and grows in desert scrub and grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hubertia bathiaei is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hubertia bathiaei is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a yellow-greenish color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hubertia bathiaei is a perennial that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Hubertia bathiaei
Hubertia bathiaei can be found in South Africa.
Hubertia bathiaei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hubertia bathiaei?
Hubertia bathiaei
What is the common name of Hubertia bathiaei?
Hubertia
What is the natural habitat of Hubertia bathiaei?
Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas
Species in the Hubertia genus
Hubertia faujasioides,
Hubertia foliatilis,
Hubertia beguei,
Hubertia heimii,
Hubertia alleizettei,
Hubertia ambavilla,
Hubertia lapsanifolia,
Hubertia leucanthothamnus,
Hubertia myrtifolia,
Hubertia tomentosa,
Hubertia ivohibeensis,
Hubertia hypargyrea,
Hubertia rosellata,
Hubertia myricifolia,
Hubertia olivacea,
Hubertia riparia,
Hubertia humblotii,
Hubertia pleiantha,
Hubertia adenodonta,
Hubertia multifoliosa,
Hubertia andringitrensis,
Hubertia neoheimii,
Hubertia bathiaei,
Hubertia tsimihety,
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,