Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hassleri
ID:
37991

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 8: 449 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037320

Common Names

  • Trichogonia hassleri
  • Hassler's Trichogonia
  • Trichogonia

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Synonyms

  • Trichogonia menthifolia attenutata Hassl. [unknown]
  • Trichogonia menthifolia cordata Hassl. [unknown]
  • Trichogonia menthaefolia martii Hassl. [unknown]
  • Trichogonia menthifolia tomentosula Hassl. [unknown]

Description

Trichogonia hassleri (also called Hassler's Trichogonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers. It grows in open, disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Trichogonia hassleri is used as a medicinal plant, as a source of food, and to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichogonia hassleri is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a tuft of white hairs at one end. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichogonia hassleri is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It should be fertilized in the spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Trichogonia hassleri

Trichogonia hassleri can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru.

Trichogonia hassleri FAQ

What are the common names of Trichogonia hassleri?

Trichogonia hassleri is commonly known as the Hassler's Trichogonia.

What is the natural habitat of Trichogonia hassleri?

Trichogonia hassleri is native to the Andes mountains of South America.

What is the growth habit of Trichogonia hassleri?

Trichogonia hassleri is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky areas.

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