Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hirtella
ID:
65870

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 27: 397 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065199



Common Names

  • Neocuatrecasia hirtella
  • Hairy Cudweed
  • Hairy Whitetop


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Description

Neocuatrecasia hirtella (also called Neocuatrecasia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It grows to a height of 0.2 to 0.5 meters and has a woody stem. The leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and have serrate margins. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, scrublands, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Neocuatrecasia hirtella is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neocuatrecasia hirtella has yellow flowers with a single yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neocuatrecasia hirtella is a perennial plant which can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best cultivated in a sunny position in a well-drained soil. It can tolerate a wide range of soils, including clay soils, but prefers a neutral to slightly alkaline soil.

Where to Find Neocuatrecasia hirtella

Neocuatrecasia hirtella can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Neocuatrecasia hirtella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neocuatrecasia hirtella?

Neocuatrecasia hirtella

What type of plant is Neocuatrecasia hirtella?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Neocuatrecasia hirtella found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

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-22126: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.