Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
schiedeana
ID:
715254

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Gent. : 327 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000714587



Common Names

  • Halenia schiedeana
  • Schiede's Halenia
  • Schiede's Goldenstar


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Description

Halenia schiedeana (also called Schiede's Halenia, among many other common names) is an upright perennial that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It has a dense, spreading crown and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to Europe, and is found in meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Halenia schiedeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Halenia schiedeana has white, yellow, or pink flowers that are clustered in small heads. The seed pods are woody and have a curved shape. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Halenia schiedeana is an evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Halenia schiedeana

Halenia schiedeana is found in Mexico and Central America.

Halenia schiedeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Halenia schiedeana?

Halenia schiedeana

What is the common name of Halenia schiedeana?

Schiede's halenia

What is the natural habitat of Halenia schiedeana?

It is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along streams in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:117000-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.