Status:
valid
Authors:
McVaugh
Source:
gcc
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 9: 384 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093394
Common Names
- Carminatia recondita
- Hidden Daisy
- Hidden Starwort
Synonyms
- Brickellia recondita (McVaugh) D.J.Keil & Pinkava [unknown]
Description
Carminatia recondita (also called Hidden Carminatia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and leathery leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky outcrops and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Carminatia recondita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin infections and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Carminatia recondita has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Carminatia recondita is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered spot, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It is also drought tolerant, but will flower more profusely with regular watering.
Where to Find Carminatia recondita
Carminatia recondita can be found in the mountains of the Alps and Pyrenees.
Carminatia recondita FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carminatia recondita?
Carminatia recondita
What is the common name of Carminatia recondita?
Hidden-flower
What type of soil does Carminatia recondita prefer?
Well-drained, sandy or loamy soils
Species in the Carminatia 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,