Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gachalanum
ID:
41678

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Díaz & G.P.Méndez

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 25(94): 18. 2001

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041007



Common Names

  • Condylopodium gachalanum
  • Gachalanum Condylopodium
  • Gachalanum Feather Grass


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Description

Condylopodium gachalanum (also called Gachala's Feathergrass, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to South America. It is a perennial grass with thin, wiry stems and small, feathery leaves. It is found in dry, rocky habitats in the Andes Mountains.

Uses & Benefits

Condylopodium gachalanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Condylopodium gachalanum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Condylopodium gachalanum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in early spring or late summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Condylopodium gachalanum

Condylopodium gachalanum is native to Central America and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Condylopodium gachalanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Condylopodium gachalanum?

Condylopodium gachalanum

What is the common name of Condylopodium gachalanum?

Gachalanum

What is the natural habitat of Condylopodium gachalanum?

It is native to India.

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-139657: Based on the initial data import
Santiago Díaz Piedrahita (1944-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Díaz' in the authors string.
Gina Paola Méndez (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Méndez' in the authors string.