Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
foliatilis
ID:
7974

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 80 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007303



Common Names

  • Hubertia foliatilis
  • Foliatilis Hubertia
  • Foliated Hubertia


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Description

Hubertia foliatilis (also called leafy hubertia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of 0.2–0.4 m and has small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in dry, rocky, and sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hubertia foliatilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hubertia foliatilis has yellow flowers with five petals and a star-shaped center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hubertia foliatilis is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and lightly covered with soil.

Where to Find Hubertia foliatilis

Hubertia foliatilis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Hubertia foliatilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hubertia foliatilis?

Hubertia foliatilis

What is the common name of Hubertia foliatilis?

Foliated Hubertia

What is the natural habitat of Hubertia foliatilis?

Grassy areas, roadsides, and disturbed sites

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-107056: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.