Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
geraniifolia
ID:
9843

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 308 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009172



Common Names

  • Geraniifolia Cineraria
  • Geraniifolia Silver Ragwort
  • Geraniifolia Silver Ragweed


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Synonyms

  • Xenocarpus geraniifolius Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Cineraria geraniifolia (also called Geranium-leaved Cineraria, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Europe. It has a rosette of deeply lobed leaves that are typically green in color. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cineraria geraniifolia is an ornamental plant that is used to add color and texture to gardens. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil. It has a long blooming period and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cineraria geraniifolia has white flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two opposite, long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cineraria geraniifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-9.

Where to Find Cineraria geraniifolia

Cineraria geraniifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Cineraria geraniifolia FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Cineraria geraniifolia?

Cineraria geraniifolia prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C.

How often should Cineraria geraniifolia be watered?

Cineraria geraniifolia should be watered deeply once a week during the growing season. During the winter, water only when the soil is completely dry.

What type of fertilizer should be used for Cineraria geraniifolia?

A balanced fertilizer such as 10-10-10 should be applied to Cineraria geraniifolia once a month during the growing season.

Species in the Cineraria genus

Cineraria longipes, Cineraria deltoidea, Cineraria geraniifolia, Cineraria lobata, Cineraria saxifraga, Cineraria britteniae, Cineraria mollis, Cineraria albicans, Cineraria erosa, Cineraria atriplicifolia, Cineraria ngwenyensis, Cineraria arctotidea, Cineraria dryogeton, Cineraria canescens, Cineraria decipiens, Cineraria pulchra, Cineraria erosa, Cineraria burkei, Cineraria mitellifolia, Cineraria abyssinica, Cineraria microglossa, Cineraria laxiflora, Cineraria glandulosa, Cineraria erodioides, Cineraria anampoza, Cineraria pinnata, Cineraria lyratiformis, Cineraria huilensis, Cineraria magnicephala, Cineraria exilis, Cineraria platycarpa, Cineraria austrotransvaalensis, Cineraria sebaldii, Cineraria densiflora, Cineraria parvifolia, Cineraria tomentosolanatus, Cineraria mazoensis, Cineraria grandibracteata, Cineraria dieterlenii, Cineraria polycephala, Cineraria tomentolanata, Cineraria humifusa, Cineraria albomontana, Cineraria geifolia, Cineraria aspera, Cineraria vagans, Cineraria alchemilloides, Cineraria cyanomontana, Cineraria vallis-pacis, Cineraria tomentolanatus,

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,