Hymenopappus carrii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carrii
ID:
1329987
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Turner
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 97(2): 132 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342441
Common Names
- Hymenopappus Carrii
- Carri's Hymenopappus
- Carri's Hymenopappus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hymenopappus carrii (also called Carri's Hymenopappus, Carri's Hymenopappus Plant, and Carri's Wax Plant, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 0.3-0.6 m. It has small, waxy leaves and white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenopappus carrii is a tropical flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used medicinally to treat skin infections and reduce inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hymenopappus carrii is yellow in colour and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown colour. The seedlings are thin and green with small leaves.
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Hymenopappus carrii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soil types.
Where to Find Hymenopappus carrii
Hymenopappus carrii is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open areas such as hillsides and roadsides.
Hymenopappus carrii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenopappus carrii?
Hymenopappus carrii
What type of plant is Hymenopappus carrii?
It is an herbaceous perennial
Where is Hymenopappus carrii found?
It is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico
Species in the Hymenopappus genus
Hymenopappus filifolius, Hymenopappus scabiosaeus, Hymenopappus newberryi, Hymenopappus hintoniorum, Hymenopappus radiatus, Hymenopappus glandulosus, Hymenopappus flavomarginatus, Hymenopappus mexicanus, Hymenopappus artemisiifolius, Hymenopappus biennis, Hymenopappus carrizoanus, Hymenopappus tenuifolius, Hymenopappus flavescens, Hymenopappus carrii,
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
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77147109-1: Based on the initial data import