Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pillans) Class.-Bockh. & E.G.H.Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 1145 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748778
Common Names
- Audouinia hispida
- Hairy Audouinia
- Hairy Audouinia Plant
Description
Audouinia hispida (also called 'Hairy audouinia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky areas and other grassy areas, and has small yellow flowers and hairy, grey-green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Audouinia hispida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Audouinia hispida has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Audouinia hispida is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize in spring.
Where to Find Audouinia hispida
Audouinia hispida can be found in moist, grassy areas in South America.
Audouinia hispida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Audouinia hispida?
Audouinia hispida
What is the common name of Audouinia hispida?
Hispid Audouinia
What is the natural habitat of Audouinia hispida?
Subtropical and tropical regions of Africa
Species in the Audouinia genus
Species in the Bruniaceae family
Audouinia capitata,
Audouinia laxa,
Audouinia laevis,
Audouinia esterhuyseniae,
Audouinia hispida,
Berzelia abrotanoides,
Berzelia alopecuroides,
Berzelia arachnoidea,
Berzelia burchellii,
Berzelia commutata,
Berzelia cordifolia,
Berzelia dregeana,
Berzelia ecklonii,
Berzelia galpinii,
Berzelia incurva,
Berzelia intermedia,
Berzelia lanuginosa,
Berzelia rubra,
Berzelia squarrosa,
Berzelia albiflora,
Berzelia stokoei,
Berzelia alopecurioides,
Brunia cordata,
Brunia fragarioides,
Brunia laevis,
Brunia macrocephala,
Brunia microphylla,
Brunia neglecta,
Brunia noduliflora,
Brunia paleacea,
Brunia phylicoides,
Brunia squalida,
Brunia villosa,
Brunia virgata,
Brunia palustris,
Brunia compacta,
Brunia barnardii,
Brunia monostyla,
Brunia africana,
Brunia purpurea,
Brunia pentandra,
Brunia sphaerocephala,
Brunia monogyna,
Brunia powrieae,
Brunia oblongifolia,
Brunia pillansii,
Brunia esterhuyseniae,
Brunia trigyna,
Brunia schlechteri,
Brunia callunoides,