Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hintonii
ID:
138158

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Rob.) E.E.Schill. & Panero

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 140(1): 74 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137487



Common Names

  • Hinton's Hymenostephium
  • Hinton's Daisy
  • Hinton's Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Viguiera hintonii H.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Hymenostephium hintonii (also called Hinton's Hymenostephium, among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows to a height of up to 0.5 meters. It has a slender stem and its leaves are lanceolate. It is native to South America and grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenostephium hintonii is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenostephium hintonii is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenostephium hintonii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or autumn. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and the divisions should be planted in the same conditions as the parent plant.

Where to Find Hymenostephium hintonii

Hymenostephium hintonii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Hymenostephium hintonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenostephium hintonii?

Hymenostephium hintonii

What is the common name of Hymenostephium hintonii?

Hinton's hymenostephium

What is the natural habitat of Hymenostephium hintonii?

Dry, rocky slopes in Mexico

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-98169: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
José L. Panero (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Panero' in the authors string.
Edward E. Schilling (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.E.Schill.' in the authors string.