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
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.
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,