Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gilesii
ID:
30424

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hemsl.) B.A.Sharipova

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Fl. Tadzhiksk. S.S.R. 10: 161 (1991): (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029753



Common Names

  • Frolovia gilesii
  • Giles' Frolovia
  • Giles' Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Jurinea kerstanii Bornm. [unknown]
  • Saussurea gilesii Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Saussurea kerstanii (Bornm.) Rech.f. [unknown]

Description

Frolovia gilesii (also called Gilesii, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and produces yellow flowers. It is found in rocky areas, dry grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Frolovia gilesii, commonly known as the mountain daisy, is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Frolovia gilesii has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Frolovia gilesii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.

Where to Find Frolovia gilesii

Frolovia gilesii is found in the mountains of South America, including Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.

Frolovia gilesii FAQ

What is the common name of Frolovia gilesii?

Giles' Frolovia

What is the natural habitat of Frolovia gilesii?

Dry, rocky hillsides, garrigue, maquis and other open, sunny places

What are the uses of Frolovia gilesii?

The leaves and flowers of Frolovia gilesii are used for medicinal purposes

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

William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
B. A. Sharipova: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.A.Sharipova' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:963311-1: Based on the initial data import