Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gardneri
ID:
55643

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thwaites) H.Rob. & Skvarla

Source:
gcc

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 122(2): 141 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000054972



Common Names

  • Gardner's Acilepis
  • Gardner Acilepis
  • Gardner's Hawkweed


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia gardneri gardneri [unknown]
  • Vernonia gardneri brevior Grierson [unknown]
  • Cacalia gardneri Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia gardneri Thwaites [unknown]

Description

Acilepis gardneri (also called Gardner's Acilepis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and deeply divided leaves. It is native to the Caucasus region and is found in meadows, pastures, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acilepis gardneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a bee forage plant due to its high nectar production. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acilepis gardneri is yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acilepis gardneri is an annual herb that grows in dry, sunny locations. It can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be thinned out to allow for adequate spacing between plants.

Where to Find Acilepis gardneri

Acilepis gardneri is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Acilepis gardneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acilepis gardneri?

Acilepis gardneri

What is the family of Acilepis gardneri?

Asteraceae

What is the distribution of Acilepis gardneri?

India

What is the habitat of Acilepis gardneri?

Dry grasslands

What is the flowering period of Acilepis gardneri?

July to October

Species in the Acilepis 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-153601: Based on the initial data import
George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
John Jerome Skvarla (1935-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skvarla' in the authors string.