Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
herzogii
ID:
77294

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hassl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 7: 358 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076623



Common Names

  • Herzog's Isostigma
  • Isostigma Herzogii
  • Herzogii Isostigma


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Description

Isostigma herzogii (also called Herzog's Isostigma, among many other common names) is an annual plant with small, yellow daisy-like flowers and bright green foliage. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico and is found in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Isostigma herzogii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers can be used to make herbal teas. It is also used medicinally to treat skin conditions and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Isostigma herzogii is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isostigma herzogii is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Isostigma herzogii

Isostigma herzogii is found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Isostigma herzogii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isostigma herzogii?

Isostigma herzogii

What is the common name of Isostigma herzogii?

Herzog's Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Isostigma herzogii?

Dry grasslands and rocky slopes

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-33273: Based on the initial data import
Emil Hassler (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hassl.' in the authors string.