Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucanthothamnus
ID:
31863

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humbert) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031192



Common Names

  • Hubertia Leucanthothamnus
  • Leucanthothamnus
  • Hubertia


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Synonyms

  • Senecio leucanthothamnus Humbert [unknown]

Description

Hubertia leucanthothamnus (also called 'White-thorn Hubertia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has narrow, grey-green leaves and white, star-shaped flowers. It typically grows in dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hubertia leucanthothamnus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hubertia leucanthothamnus is a small, yellow-white flower with a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hubertia leucanthothamnus is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division is the easiest and most reliable method of propagation. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a sunny location. Deadheading spent flowers will help to encourage further blooming.

Where to Find Hubertia leucanthothamnus

Hubertia leucanthothamnus is native to South Africa and can be found in rocky, mountainous areas.

Hubertia leucanthothamnus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hubertia leucanthothamnus?

Hubertia leucanthothamnus

What are the common names of Hubertia leucanthothamnus?

White-flowered Hubertia and White-flowered Hubertia-bush

What is the natural habitat of Hubertia leucanthothamnus?

Hubertia leucanthothamnus is found in dry, open grasslands, shrublands, and disturbed areas

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-130166: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.