Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
94691

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hutch.) Källersjö

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 5(6): 534 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094020



Common Names

  • Hymenolepis
  • Hymenolepis speciosa
  • Hymenolepis speciosa


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Synonyms

  • Athanasia speciosa Hutch. [unknown]

Description

Hymenolepis speciosa (also called Hymenolepis speciosa, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with a terminal flower head. The leaves are linear and have a toothed margin. The flowers are yellow and have five petals. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenolepis speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenolepis speciosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenolepis speciosa is a hardy perennial that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or by taking stem cuttings in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Hymenolepis speciosa

Hymenolepis speciosa is native to Europe and parts of Asia. It can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Hymenolepis speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenolepis speciosa?

Hymenolepis speciosa

What is the common name of Hymenolepis speciosa?

Showy Hymenolepis

What is the natural habitat of Hymenolepis speciosa?

Dry grassland and rocky slopes

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-50224: Based on the initial data import
Mari Källersjö (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Källersjö' in the authors string.
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.