Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
grayanum
ID:
34519

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hillebr.) O.Deg.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Fl. Hawaiiensis , Fam. 344: s.p. (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033848



Common Names

  • Argyroxiphium grayanum
  • Gray's Silversword
  • Gray's Argyroxiphium


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Synonyms

  • Wilkesia grayana Hillebr. [unknown]

Description

Argyroxiphium grayanum (also called 'Gray's Argyroxiphium', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Argyroxiphium grayanum is a plant that is often used in ornamental gardens. It has a long flowering period and produces a lot of nectar which makes it attractive to bees and other pollinators. It is also drought tolerant and can be used as a ground cover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyroxiphium grayanum has white flowers with a star-shaped structure. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a small, round-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyroxiphium grayanum is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in early spring and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Argyroxiphium grayanum

Argyroxiphium grayanum is found on the Hawaiian Islands.

Argyroxiphium grayanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyroxiphium grayanum?

Argyroxiphium grayanum

What is the common name of Argyroxiphium grayanum?

Gray's Silversword

What is the family of Argyroxiphium grayanum?

Asteraceae

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-132720: Based on the initial data import
William Hillebrand (1821-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hillebr.' in the authors string.
Otto Degener (1899-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Deg.' in the authors string.