Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
loomisii
ID:
124426

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 40: 49 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123755



Common Names

  • Loomis' Hymenothrix
  • Loomis' False Daisy
  • Loomis' False Fleabane


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Description

Hymenothrix loomisii (also called Loomis's hymenothrix, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub of the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in rocky and dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenothrix loomisii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hymenothrix loomisii has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenothrix loomisii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating by cuttings, take cuttings from healthy plants and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Hymenothrix loomisii

Hymenothrix loomisii can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Panama.

Hymenothrix loomisii FAQ

What are the common names of Hymenothrix loomisii?

Hymenothrix loomisii is commonly known as Loomis' hymenothrix.

What is the growing season of Hymenothrix loomisii?

Hymenothrix loomisii typically blooms from April to June.

What is the habitat of Hymenothrix loomisii?

Hymenothrix loomisii is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

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-8489: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.