Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hecatantha
ID:
72301

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 21: 305 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071630



Common Names

  • Urolepis hecatantha
  • Hundred-flowered Urolepis
  • Hundred-flowered Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium populifolium Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium appendiculatum Less. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Eupatorium hecatanthum Klatt [unknown]
  • Eupatorium urolepis Daveau in Bois [unknown]
  • Hebeclinium urolepis DC. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium hecatanthum (DC.) Baker [unknown]
  • Hebeclinium hecatanthum DC. [unknown]

Description

Urolepis hecatantha (also called 'Hundred-Leaved Urolepis', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a white flower and grows in disturbed habitats, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Urolepis hecatantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Urolepis hecatantha has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Urolepis hecatantha is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the root clumps in the spring.

Where to Find Urolepis hecatantha

Urolepis hecatantha is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in rocky and sandy soils, especially in coastal areas.

Urolepis hecatantha FAQ

What is the common name of Urolepis hecatantha?

Silver-leaved Daisy

What type of soil does Urolepis hecatantha prefer?

Well-drained soil

What type of climate does Urolepis hecatantha prefer?

Warm, dry climates

Species in the Urolepis 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-28396: 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.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.