Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argentifolius
ID:
72083

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.A.Wakef.) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 104: 167 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071412



Common Names

  • Silverleaf Euchiton
  • Silver-leaf Euchiton
  • Silver-leaved Euchiton


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium argentifolium N.A.Wakef. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium collinum radicans Benth. [unknown]

Description

Euchiton argentifolius (also called Silverweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Australia and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Euchiton argentifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Euchiton argentifolius has a white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euchiton argentifolius is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in the summer and fall.

Where to Find Euchiton argentifolius

Euchiton argentifolius is native to Australia. It can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Euchiton argentifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euchiton argentifolius?

Euchiton argentifolius

What type of plant is Euchiton argentifolius?

A flowering plant

Where is Euchiton argentifolius native to?

Australia

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

Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Norman Arthur Wakefield (1918-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.A.Wakef.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:963084-1: Based on the initial data import