Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
leucopappa
ID:
115632

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bojer ex DC.) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 83 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114961



Common Names

  • Humbertacalia leucopappa
  • White-tufted Mariposa
  • White-tufted Mariposa Lily


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Description

Humbertacalia leucopappa (also called white-haired humbertacalia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a woody stem and small, yellow flowers, and typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Humbertacalia leucopappa is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Humbertacalia leucopappa is white with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and oval-shaped with a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Humbertacalia leucopappa is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart and will reach a height of up to 60 cm.

Where to Find Humbertacalia leucopappa

Humbertacalia leucopappa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky and sandy soils. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Humbertacalia leucopappa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Humbertacalia leucopappa?

Humbertacalia leucopappa

What is the common name of Humbertacalia leucopappa?

White-headed Thistle

What is the habitat of Humbertacalia leucopappa?

It is found in dry, rocky slopes 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-7644: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.
Wenceslas Bojer (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bojer' in the authors string.