Status:
valid
Authors:
Gaudich.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat. (Paris) 5: 103 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019523
Common Names
- Hypochaeris
- Arenaria
- Sand Cat's Ear
Synonyms
- Hypochaeris pygmaea Phil. [unknown]
- Achyrophorus arenarius DC. [unknown]
- Leontodon arenarius Albov [unknown]
- Achyrophorus webbii Phil. [unknown]
- Hypochaeris arenaria Bertero [unknown]
- Seriola andina Poepp. ex DC. [unknown]
- Achyrophorus webbii Sch.Bip. [unknown]
- Hypochaeris humilis Reiche [unknown]
- Achyrophorus glabrescens Steud. [unknown]
- Achyrophorus andinus DC. [unknown]
- Hypochaeris arenaria arenaria [unknown]
- Hypochaeris ushuaiae Skottsb. [unknown]
- Hypochaeris andina Griseb. [unknown]
- Achyrophorus humilis Phil. [unknown]
- Achyrophorus praemorsus Webb ex Walp. [unknown]
- Hypochaeris andina laciniata Phil. [unknown]
- Hypochaeris arenaria andina (DC.) Cabrera in M.N.Correa [unknown]
Description
Hypochaeris arenaria (also called Sand Cat's-ear, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Europe, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers that form a flat-topped inflorescence.
Uses & Benefits
Hypochaeris arenaria is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypochaeris arenaria is a yellow-orange composite flower head with a diameter of 2-4 cm. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped with a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a few short, sparsely-branched hairs.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypochaeris arenaria is a low-growing perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rootstock.
Where to Find Hypochaeris arenaria
Hypochaeris arenaria is native to Europe and can be found in dry, sandy soils, such as dunes and coastal areas.
Hypochaeris arenaria FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypochaeris arenaria?
Hypochaeris arenaria
What type of plant is Hypochaeris arenaria?
It is a perennial herb
Where is Hypochaeris arenaria found?
It is native to Europe
Species in the Hypochaeris genus
Hypochaeris cretensis,
Hypochaeris thrincioides,
Hypochaeris acaulis,
Hypochaeris glabra,
Hypochaeris sardoa,
Hypochaeris balbisii,
Hypochaeris saldensis,
Hypochaeris sessiliflora,
Hypochaeris albiflora,
Hypochaeris eriolaena,
Hypochaeris melanolepis,
Hypochaeris catharinensis,
Hypochaeris claryi,
Hypochaeris sardoa,
Hypochaeris clarionoides,
Hypochaeris maculata,
Hypochaeris arenaria,
Hypochaeris grandidentata,
Hypochaeris facchiniana,
Hypochaeris tenuifolia,
Hypochaeris mucida,
Hypochaeris incana,
Hypochaeris variegata,
Hypochaeris nahuelvutae,
Hypochaeris spathulata,
Hypochaeris setosa,
Hypochaeris grisebachii,
Hypochaeris ciliata,
Hypochaeris chubutensis,
Hypochaeris apargioides,
Hypochaeris robertia,
Hypochaeris parodii,
Hypochaeris palustris,
Hypochaeris elata,
Hypochaeris patagonica,
Hypochaeris achyrophorus,
Hypochaeris arachnoides,
Hypochaeris hookeri,
Hypochaeris lutea,
Hypochaeris dolosa,
Hypochaeris confusa,
Hypochaeris rutea,
Hypochaeris meyeniana,
Hypochaeris alba,
Hypochaeris caespitosa,
Hypochaeris microcephala,
Hypochaeris angustifolia,
Hypochaeris leontodontoides,
Hypochaeris tenuiflora,
Hypochaeris hohenackeri,
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,