Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
humerata
ID:
72024

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.T.Burb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Brunonia 5(1): 35 (1982) (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071353



Common Names

  • Vittadinia humerata
  • Hump-backed Vittadinia
  • Vittadinia Plant


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Description

Vittadinia humerata (also called 'humerate vittadinia', 'humerate vittadinia-flower', 'humerate vittadinia-daisy', 'humerate vittadinia-star' among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the eastern United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with yellow flower heads. It grows in moist meadows and disturbed areas at elevations of 0–1,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Vittadinia humerata is a perennial plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vittadinia humerata is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vittadinia humerata is a perennial that is best propagated by division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate some light frost.

Where to Find Vittadinia humerata

Vittadinia humerata is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, open areas such as deserts and scrublands.

Vittadinia humerata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vittadinia humerata?

Vittadinia humerata

What is the natural habitat of Vittadinia humerata?

It is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru.

What is the size of Vittadinia humerata?

It is a small plant, usually reaching up to 10 cm in height.

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-28126: Based on the initial data import
Nancy Tyson Burbidge (1912-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.T.Burb.' in the authors string.