Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hintonii
ID:
18930

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob. & Brettell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 26: 452 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018259

Common Names

  • Pittocaulon Hintonii
  • Hinton's Pittocaulon
  • Hintonii Pittocaulon

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Description

Pittocaulon hintonii (also called Hinton's Pittocaulon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a basal rosette of green, lobed leaves and produces white flowers in the summer. It is found in dry, rocky areas and on cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Pittocaulon hintonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, stomach ailments, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pittocaulon hintonii is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittocaulon hintonii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Pittocaulon hintonii

Pittocaulon hintonii is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the understory of the rainforest, in areas with high humidity and plenty of shade.

Pittocaulon hintonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittocaulon hintonii?

Pittocaulon hintonii

What is the common name of Pittocaulon hintonii?

Hinton's Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Pittocaulon hintonii?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-117658: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Robert D. Brettell (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brettell' in the authors string.