Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
montana
ID:
1266525

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner

Source:
tro

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 2: 12 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265863

Common Names

  • Hockinia Montana
  • Montana Hockinia
  • Montana Hockinias

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Description

Hockinia montana (also called 'Mountain Hockinia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant, with small, bright green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils, and can tolerate drought and heat.

Uses & Benefits

Hockinia montana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hockinia montana has yellow flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter and have 5 petals. The seeds are small and black and are about 1 mm in diameter. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hockinia montana can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the plants when they are actively growing.

Where to Find Hockinia montana

Hockinia montana can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Hockinia montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hockinia montana?

Hockinia montana

What is the common name of Hockinia montana?

Mountain Hockinia

What type of plant is Hockinia montana?

A shrub

Species in the Hockinia genus

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:369687-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.