Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
44720

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bory

Source:
gcc

Year:
1804

Citation Micro:
Voy. îles Afrique 1: 335 (1804)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044049



Common Names

  • Hubertia tomentosa
  • Woolly Hubertia
  • Tomentose Hubertia


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Description

Hubertia tomentosa (also called Woolly Hubertia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with a few branches. The leaves are ovate, with a serrated margin and a white underside. It grows in rocky soils, at altitudes of up to 1000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Hubertia tomentosa is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It has a long flowering season and produces bright yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin conditions and digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hubertia tomentosa var. conyzoides (Bory) C.Jeffrey

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lindernia udawnensis has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hubertia tomentosa is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. It is also important to prune the plant to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Hubertia tomentosa

Hubertia tomentosa is native to Australia and can be found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and coastal cliffs.

Hubertia tomentosa FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Hubertia tomentosa?

Hubertia tomentosa prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.

What is the average height of Hubertia tomentosa?

Hubertia tomentosa typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

What is the average lifespan of Hubertia tomentosa?

Hubertia tomentosa typically has a lifespan of 2-3 years.

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,