Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 544 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083039
Common Names
- Staehelina baetica
- Baetic Staehelina
- Staehelina
Description
Staehelina baetica (also called Baetic Staehelina, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant, native to the Mediterranean region. It is typically found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Staehelina baetica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Staehelina baetica has yellow-green flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Staehelina baetica is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn. It is a drought-tolerant plant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).
Where to Find Staehelina baetica
Staehelina baetica is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.
Staehelina baetica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Staehelina baetica?
Staehelina baetica
What is the common name of Staehelina baetica?
Baetic staehelina
What is the natural habitat of Staehelina baetica?
Dry grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Staehelina genus
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Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
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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,