Status:
valid
Authors:
(N.G.Walsh) J.M.Ward & Breitw.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 41(4): 609 (2003) (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005958
Common Names
- Argyrotegium poliochlorum
- Poliochlorum
- Poliochlorum Plant
Synonyms
- Gnaphalium pusillum Vand. [unknown]
- Euchiton poliochlorus N.G.Walsh [unknown]
- Gnaphalium alpinum Lightf. [unknown]
- Gnaphalium supinum subacaule Wahlenb. [unknown]
- Gnaphalium hoppeanum magellense (Fiori & Paol.) Strid [unknown]
Description
Argyrotegium poliochlorum (also called green-flowered argyrotegium, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It is typically found in moist, shady areas such as forests and meadows. It has small, green flowers and its leaves are ovate.
Uses & Benefits
Argyrotegium poliochlorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to create a natural hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Argyrotegium poliochlorum has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a star-like shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Argyrotegium poliochlorum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Argyrotegium poliochlorum
Argyrotegium poliochlorum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Argyrotegium poliochlorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argyrotegium poliochlorum?
Argyrotegium poliochlorum
What is the natural habitat of Argyrotegium poliochlorum?
Argyrotegium poliochlorum is found in dry, rocky areas of the Mediterranean region.
What are the characteristics of Argyrotegium poliochlorum?
Argyrotegium poliochlorum is an evergreen shrub with small, oval-shaped leaves that are covered with a white waxy coating. The flowers are small and white, and the fruit is a small, round berry.
Species in the Argyrotegium 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
Ilse Breitwieser: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Breitw.' in the authors string.
Josephine M. Ward: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Ward' in the authors string.