Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 75 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096509
Common Names
- Blanchetia heterotricha
- Heterotrich Blanchetia
- Kazakh Blanchetia
Description
Blanchetia heterotricha (also called Hairy-leaved Blanchetia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It is found in dry, rocky areas, often in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Blanchetia heterotricha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Blanchetia heterotricha has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, linear leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Blanchetia heterotricha is a perennial herb that can be propagated through division of the rootstock in spring or autumn. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.
Where to Find Blanchetia heterotricha
Blanchetia heterotricha is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.
Blanchetia heterotricha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Blanchetia heterotricha?
Blanchetia heterotricha
What is the natural habitat of Blanchetia heterotricha?
Blanchetia heterotricha is native to the western United States and northern Mexico.
What are the characteristics of Blanchetia heterotricha?
Blanchetia heterotricha is an annual herb with small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The leaves are narrow and lance-shaped, and the plant has a woody stem.
Species in the Blanchetia genus
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,