Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lam.) C.Jeffrey
Source:
gcc
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 83 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069362
Common Names
- Tomentosa Humbertacalia
- Humbertacalia Tomentosa
- Tomentosa Humbertacalia
Description
Humbertacalia tomentosa (also called Humbertacalia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Humbertacalia tomentosa is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as an antiseptic, and for treating digestive disorders. It is also used as a decorative plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Humbertacalia tomentosa has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Humbertacalia tomentosa is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division is best done in spring or autumn. Plant in a sunny or partially shaded position in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Humbertacalia tomentosa
Humbertacalia tomentosa is native to South America and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, fields, and roadsides. It is most commonly found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.
Humbertacalia tomentosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Humbertacalia tomentosa?
Humbertacalia tomentosa
What is the common name of Humbertacalia tomentosa?
Woolly Humbertacalia
What is the natural habitat of Humbertacalia tomentosa?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Humbertacalia genus
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,