Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hispidula
ID:
6273

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Proceedings of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences 5 1861 = Characters of some Compositae (1861) 118

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005602



Common Names

  • Hairy Vittadinia
  • Hairy Vittadine
  • Hairy Vittadina


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Description

Vittadinia hispidula (also called 'Hispid Vittadinia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and Eastern Asia. It has thin, branched stems and yellow flowers. It grows in dry grasslands, deserts, and other arid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vittadinia hispidula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Vittadinia hispidula flower is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vittadinia hispidula is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into several sections and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Vittadinia hispidula

Vittadinia hispidula is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands.

Vittadinia hispidula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vittadinia hispidula?

Vittadinia hispidula

What is the common name of Vittadinia hispidula?

Hairy Vittadinia

What is the natural habitat of Vittadinia hispidula?

Dry open woodlands and grasslands

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-105391: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.