Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myricifolia
ID:
81047

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bojer ex DC.) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 81 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080376

Common Names

  • Myricifolia
  • Hubertia
  • Cape Hubertia

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Synonyms

  • Senecio myricaefolius Humbert [unknown]
  • Senecio myricaefolius myricaefolius [unknown]
  • Mikania myricaefolia DC. [unknown]

Description

Hubertia myricifolia (also called Waxflower Hubertia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and is found in open woods, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hubertia myricifolia is used as a medicinal plant for treating inflammation, as a dye for fabrics, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hubertia myricifolia has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hubertia myricifolia is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Australia and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist.

Where to Find Hubertia myricifolia

Hubertia myricifolia can be found in Australia.

Hubertia myricifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hubertia myricifolia?

Hubertia myricifolia

What is the natural habitat of Hubertia myricifolia?

It is found in dry and sandy areas in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

What is the average height of Hubertia myricifolia?

It typically grows to a height of 30–90 cm (12–35 in).

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-36943: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.
Wenceslas Bojer (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bojer' in the authors string.