Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
horrida
ID:
5514

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 6: 80 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004843



Common Names

  • Iphiona horrida
  • Hairy Iphiona
  • Hairy Sunray


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Description

Iphiona horrida (also called 'Rough-Fruited Iphiona', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Iphiona horrida is a plant native to South America and is used as an ornamental plant. It is also used to make a tea that is believed to help with colds and flu.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Iphiona horrida is a yellow composite flower head with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oblong. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iphiona horrida is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It needs regular watering and fertilizing to keep it healthy.

Where to Find Iphiona horrida

Iphiona horrida can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Iphiona horrida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iphiona horrida?

Iphiona horrida

What are the common names of Iphiona horrida?

Hairy bittercress

What is the natural habitat of Iphiona horrida?

Meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands

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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