Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hallianus
ID:
2151

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.D.Rowley) P.V.Heath

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Calyx 6(2): 54 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001480

Common Names

  • Curio hallianus
  • Hallianus Curio
  • Hallianus Senecio

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Description

Curio hallianus (also called 'Hall's Curio', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 m tall. The leaves are oblong and have a silvery-green color. It grows in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and mountainsides.

Uses & Benefits

Curio hallianus is an evergreen shrub that is often used as a hedge or border plant in gardens. It is also known for its ability to attract birds and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Curio hallianus is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Curio hallianus is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or autumn. Seeds can also be used for propagation, but they require a period of cold stratification before they will germinate.

Where to Find Curio hallianus

Curio hallianus can be found in the Western Cape of South Africa.

Curio hallianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Curio hallianus?

Curio hallianus

What is the common name of Curio hallianus?

Hallian Curio

What is the natural habitat of Curio hallianus?

Curio hallianus is found in dry, rocky areas in South Africa.

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

Gordon Douglas Rowley (1921-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.D.Rowley' in the authors string.
Paul V. Heath (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.V.Heath' in the authors string.