Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterophylla
ID:
80077

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Phys.-Med. Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. Nat. Cur. 18(1): 349 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079406



Common Names

  • Moonia
  • Crown Daisy
  • Crown Daisy Bush


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Description

Moonia heterophylla (also called Variable-leaved Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Caucasus and Iran. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of 10-20 cm. Its leaves are alternate, toothed, and oblong-lanceolate. It has yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Moonia heterophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Moonia heterophylla has white flowers with yellow centers and small, dark seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of rounded leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moonia heterophylla is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed in early spring or propagated by cuttings in the spring or summer. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize in the spring.

Where to Find Moonia heterophylla

Moonia heterophylla is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky slopes and grassy meadows.

Moonia heterophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Moonia heterophylla?

Moonia heterophylla

What is the common name of Moonia heterophylla?

Heterophylla Moonia

What type of climate does Moonia heterophylla prefer?

Moonia heterophylla prefers a warm, humid climate

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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