Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neoheimii
ID:
124533

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humbert) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123862

Common Names

  • Neoheimii Hubertia
  • Neoheimii Star-Flower
  • Neoheimii Starflower

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Synonyms

  • Senecio neoheimii Humbert [unknown]

Description

Hubertia neoheimii (also called Hubertia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in humid forests. It has oval-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hubertia neoheimii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hubertia neoheimii has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hubertia neoheimii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in moist soil. The plant should be kept moist but not wet and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Hubertia neoheimii

Hubertia neoheimii is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in areas of the Western Cape and Eastern Cape.

Hubertia neoheimii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hubertia neoheimii?

Hubertia neoheimii

What type of plant is Hubertia neoheimii?

Herbaceous plant

Where is Hubertia neoheimii found?

Australia

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-84989: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.