Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hereroensis
ID:
114438

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.Hoffm.) Källersjö

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 96(4): 316 (1988): (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000113767



Common Names

  • Herero Cottonbush
  • Myxopappus Hereroensis
  • Herero Cotton


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Description

Myxopappus hereroensis (also called Herero Myxopappus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the African savanna. It has a stem that grows up to 30 cm tall, and its leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and serrated. This plant is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Myxopappus hereroensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat wounds and skin irritations.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myxopappus hereroensis is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened disc with a small, white tuft of hairs at one end. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myxopappus hereroensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter months. Fertilize lightly in the spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Myxopappus hereroensis

Myxopappus hereroensis is native to Namibia and is found in dry, sandy areas.

Myxopappus hereroensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myxopappus hereroensis?

Myxopappus hereroensis

What is the common name of Myxopappus hereroensis?

Herero Myxopappus

What type of plant is Myxopappus hereroensis?

Perennial

Species in the Myxopappus 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-7517: Based on the initial data import
Karl August Otto Hoffmann (1853-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Hoffm.' in the authors string.
Mari Källersjö (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Källersjö' in the authors string.