Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
cornutum
ID:
709154

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nábělek) C.C.Towns.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 20: 83 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000708487

Common Names

  • Grammosciadium cornutum
  • Cornutum Grammosciadium
  • Cornutum

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Synonyms

  • Grammosciadium macrodon cornutum Nábělek [unknown]

Description

Grammosciadium cornutum (also called Grammosciadium cornutum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is a perennial herb with white flowers that grows in grasslands in South Africa.

Uses & Benefits

Grammosciadium cornutum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a cut flower for bouquets and flower arrangements. It is known for its beautiful white flowers and its ability to attract bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Grammosciadium cornutum has yellow flowers with yellow anthers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grammosciadium cornutum is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Grammosciadium cornutum should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Grammosciadium cornutum

Grammosciadium cornutum is native to the Mediterranean region, including southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Grammosciadium cornutum FAQ

What type of plant is Grammosciadium cornutum?

Grammosciadium cornutum is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.

Where is Grammosciadium cornutum found?

Grammosciadium cornutum is native to Mexico.

What is the growth habit of Grammosciadium cornutum?

Grammosciadium cornutum is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2831652: Based on the initial data import
František Nábělek (1884-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nábělek' in the authors string.
Clifford Charles Townsend (1926-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.C.Towns.' in the authors string.