Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rigidus
ID:
133701

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jaub. & Spach

Source:
gcc

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Ill. Pl. Orient. 3(21-23): 12, t. 209 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133030



Common Names

  • Rigid Hymenocephalus
  • Rigid Feather-head
  • Rigid Featherhead


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Description

Hymenocephalus rigidus (also called Hymenocephalus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenocephalus rigidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hymenocephalus rigidus has yellow flowers with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small, black, and have a tuft of white hairs attached. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves and a short, thick stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenocephalus rigidus is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Hymenocephalus rigidus

Hymenocephalus rigidus is native to the Mediterranean region.

Hymenocephalus rigidus FAQ

What are the common names of Hymenocephalus rigidus?

Rigid Hymenocephalus

What type of plant is Hymenocephalus rigidus?

Annual herb

Where is Hymenocephalus rigidus native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Hymenocephalus 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-93856: Based on the initial data import
Hippolyte François Jaubert (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaub.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.