Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
polycephalum
ID:
97528

Status:
valid

Authors:
Clos

Source:
gcc

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Fl. Chil. 3: 103 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096857



Common Names

  • Gymnophyton polycephalum
  • Polycephalum Gymnophyton
  • Polycephalum Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Asteriscium polycephalum Gillies & Hook. [unknown]
  • Asteriscium polycephalum Hieron. ex H.Wolff [unknown]
  • Asteriscium dipterygia Drude [unknown]
  • Asteriscium anethoides Turcz. [unknown]
  • Mulinum dipterygia DC. [unknown]
  • Dipterygia capitata Presl ex DC. [unknown]
  • Dipterygia polycephala (Gillies & Hook.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Gymnophyton polycephalum (also called Many-headed Gymnophyton, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnophyton polycephalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments including fever, colds, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gymnophyton polycephalum is yellow, with a white center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnophyton polycephalum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be propagated by seed or division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Gymnophyton polycephalum

Gymnophyton polycephalum is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in parts of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Gymnophyton polycephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnophyton polycephalum?

Gymnophyton polycephalum

What type of plant is Gymnophyton polycephalum?

Gymnophyton polycephalum is a type of succulent plant.

Where can Gymnophyton polycephalum be found?

Gymnophyton polycephalum can be found in South Africa.

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 gcc-5301: Based on the initial data import
Dominique Clos (1821-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clos' in the authors string.