Status:
valid
Authors:
Cron & B.Nord.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Novon 16(2): 216 (-223; figs. 1-4) (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018999
Common Names
- Oresbia Heterocarpa
- Heterocarpa Oresbia
- Oresbia
Description
Oresbia heterocarpa (also called Variable-fruited Oresbia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a rosette of deeply lobed leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Oresbia heterocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive yellow flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oresbia heterocarpa is yellow and has a single row of petals. The seed is a small, dark-brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oresbia heterocarpa is a perennial shrub that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is usually done by seed sown in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Oresbia heterocarpa
Oresbia heterocarpa is native to the Mediterranean and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Oresbia heterocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oresbia heterocarpa?
Oresbia heterocarpa
What is the common name of Oresbia heterocarpa?
Heterocarpa
What is the natural habitat of Oresbia heterocarpa?
Oresbia heterocarpa is found in dry, rocky areas of the western United States.
Species in the Oresbia 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,