Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lucida
ID:
43839

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1767

Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. : 103 (1767)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043168



Common Names

  • Hyoseris
  • False Sunflower
  • Garden Hyoseris


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Description

Hyoseris lucida (also called Hyoseris, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Europe and Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and produces yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Hyoseris lucida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hyoseris lucida sub. frutescens (Brullo & Pavone) Peruzzi & Vangelisti
Hyoseris lucida sub. taurina (Martinoli) Peruzzi & Vangelisti

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hyoseris lucida has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hyoseris lucida is an annual herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Hyoseris lucida

Hyoseris lucida is native to Australia and New Zealand. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and meadows.

Hyoseris lucida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hyoseris lucida?

Hyoseris lucida

What type of plant is Hyoseris lucida?

Hyoseris lucida is a perennial herb

Where is Hyoseris lucida found?

Hyoseris lucida is found in Mexico and Central America

Species in the Hyoseris 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,

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