Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gummifer
ID:
129818

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cass.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Dict. Sci. Nat., ed. 2. 47: 509 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129147



Common Names

  • Chamaeleon Gummifer
  • Gummifer Chamaeleon
  • Chamaeleon


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Synonyms

  • Carthamus gummiferus Lam. [unknown]
  • Carlina macrocephala Less. [unknown]
  • Atractylis macrocephala Less. [unknown]
  • Atractylis macrocephala Desf. [unknown]
  • Atractylis nemotoiana Arènes [unknown]
  • Carlina fontanesii DC. [unknown]
  • Atractylis gummifera gummifera [unknown]
  • Atractylis gummifera macrocephala (Desf.) Pott.-Alap. [unknown]
  • Atractylis acaulis Pers. [unknown]
  • Acarna macrocephala Willd. [unknown]
  • Atractylis gummifera L. [unknown]
  • Cirsellium gummiferum Brot. [unknown]
  • Chamaeleon megacephalus Cass. [unknown]
  • Acarna gummifera Willd. [unknown]
  • Carlina gummifera Less. [unknown]

Description

Chamaeleon gummifer (also called 'Gum Chamaeleon', 'Gum Plant', 'Gumweed', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers with a dark center. It grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaeleon gummifer is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used as a natural mulch. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaeleon gummifer has small yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with linear leaves and a rosette-like growth habit.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaeleon gummifer is a slow-growing perennial plant that can be propagated from cuttings. The cuttings should be taken in spring and planted in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Once the cuttings have taken root, they should be thinned out to allow for adequate space between plants. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage further blooming.

Where to Find Chamaeleon gummifer

Chamaeleon gummifer is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Chamaeleon gummifer FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaeleon gummifer?

Chamaeleon gummifer

What type of plant is Chamaeleon gummifer?

Chamaeleon gummifer is a perennial herb

Where is Chamaeleon gummifer found?

Chamaeleon gummifer is found in South Africa

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