Status:
valid
Authors:
de Vriese
Source:
cmp
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Verh. Holl. Maatsch. Wetensch. Haarlem , ser. 2, 10: 94 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637291
Common Names
- Bloody Dampiera
- Bloody Daisy
- Bloody Ironweed
Description
Dampiera haematotricha (also called Blood-haired dampiera, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small, bright blue flowers. It is native to Western Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including heathland, woodland, and shrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Dampiera haematotricha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Dampiera haematotricha sub. dura (Benth.) Rajput & Carolin
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dampiera haematotricha are star-shaped, white to pink in colour and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dampiera haematotricha is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to Australia. It is easy to grow and requires minimal care. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, it should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. They should be kept in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.
Where to Find Dampiera haematotricha
Dampiera haematotricha is native to Western Australia and can be found in the south-west of the state.
Dampiera haematotricha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dampiera haematotricha?
Dampiera haematotricha
What is the common name of Dampiera haematotricha?
Bloody-haired Dampiera
What is the natural habitat of Dampiera haematotricha?
It is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and heathland.
Species in the Dampiera genus
Dampiera adpressa,
Dampiera alata,
Dampiera altissima,
Dampiera angulata,
Dampiera anonyma,
Dampiera atriplicina,
Dampiera candicans,
Dampiera carinata,
Dampiera cervula,
Dampiera cinerea,
Dampiera conospermoides,
Dampiera coronata,
Dampiera decurrens,
Dampiera deltoidea,
Dampiera dentata,
Dampiera discolor,
Dampiera diversifolia,
Dampiera dysantha,
Dampiera eriantha,
Dampiera eriocephala,
Dampiera fasciculata,
Dampiera ferruginea,
Dampiera fitzgeraldensis,
Dampiera fusca,
Dampiera galbraithiana,
Dampiera glabrescens,
Dampiera haematotricha,
Dampiera hederacea,
Dampiera heteroptera,
Dampiera incana,
Dampiera juncea,
Dampiera krauseana,
Dampiera lanceolata,
Dampiera latealata,
Dampiera lavandulacea,
Dampiera leptoclada,
Dampiera lindleyi,
Dampiera linearis,
Dampiera loranthifolia,
Dampiera luteifolia,
Dampiera marifolia,
Dampiera metallorum,
Dampiera obliqua,
Dampiera oligophylla,
Dampiera orchardii,
Dampiera parvifolia,
Dampiera pedunculata,
Dampiera plumosa,
Dampiera purpurea,
Dampiera ramosa,
Species in the Goodeniaceae family
Anthotium humile,
Anthotium junciforme,
Anthotium odontophyllum,
Anthotium rubriflorum,
Brunonia australis,
Coopernookia barbata,
Coopernookia chisholmii,
Coopernookia georgei,
Coopernookia polygalacea,
Coopernookia scabridiuscula,
Coopernookia strophiolata,
Crossotoma spinescens,
Crossotoma oleoides,
Dampiera adpressa,
Dampiera alata,
Dampiera altissima,
Dampiera angulata,
Dampiera anonyma,
Dampiera atriplicina,
Dampiera candicans,
Dampiera carinata,
Dampiera cervula,
Dampiera cinerea,
Dampiera conospermoides,
Dampiera coronata,
Dampiera decurrens,
Dampiera deltoidea,
Dampiera dentata,
Dampiera discolor,
Dampiera diversifolia,
Dampiera dysantha,
Dampiera eriantha,
Dampiera eriocephala,
Dampiera fasciculata,
Dampiera ferruginea,
Dampiera fitzgeraldensis,
Dampiera fusca,
Dampiera galbraithiana,
Dampiera glabrescens,
Dampiera haematotricha,
Dampiera hederacea,
Dampiera heteroptera,
Dampiera incana,
Dampiera juncea,
Dampiera krauseana,
Dampiera lanceolata,
Dampiera latealata,
Dampiera lavandulacea,
Dampiera leptoclada,
Dampiera lindleyi,