Status:
valid
Authors:
(Labill.) Paul G.Wilson
Source:
gcc
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 8(3) 1992
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122327
Common Names
- Silver Argentipallium
- Argentipallium
- Argentipallium Dealbatum
Synonyms
- Gnaphalium niveum Poir. [unknown]
- Helichrysum dealbatum Labill. [unknown]
- Helichrysum argyrocaule F.Muell. ex Sond. [unknown]
- Gnaphalium dealbatum Sch.Bip. [unknown]
Description
Argentipallium dealbatum (also called Silver-leaved Argentipallium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and grows in open woodlands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Argentipallium dealbatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Argentipallium dealbatum is a small, white, star-shaped flower head. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few short hairs.
Cultivation and Propagation
Argentipallium dealbatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in the spring or fall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and may take up to a year to become established.
Where to Find Argentipallium dealbatum
Argentipallium dealbatum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands.
Argentipallium dealbatum FAQ
What are the growth requirements of Argentipallium dealbatum?
Argentipallium dealbatum is a perennial herb that prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
How often should I water Argentipallium dealbatum?
Argentipallium dealbatum should be watered regularly, but not too often. It prefers moist soil, but should not be allowed to become soggy.
How do I propagate Argentipallium dealbatum?
Argentipallium dealbatum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division can be done in spring or autumn.
Species in the Argentipallium 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,