Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oculus-cati
ID:
132135

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) Rauschert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Taxon 31: 557 (1982): (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131464



Common Names

  • Galeomma oculus-cati
  • Cat's Eye
  • Galeomma oculus


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium oculus Thunb. [illegitimate]
  • Eriosphaera oculus-cati Less. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium oculus-cati L.f. [unknown]

Description

Galeomma oculus-cati (also called Cat's Eye Moss, among many other common names) is a moss with small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to North America, and is typically found in moist, shady areas such as forests and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Galeomma oculus-cati is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It can also be used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Galeomma oculus-cati is a small, white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galeomma oculus-cati is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered spot in the garden.

Where to Find Galeomma oculus-cati

Galeomma oculus-cati can be found in South Africa.

Galeomma oculus-cati FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galeomma oculus-cati?

Galeomma oculus-cati

What is the common name of Galeomma oculus-cati?

Cat's Eye

What is the natural habitat of Galeomma oculus-cati?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Galeomma genus

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-92333: Based on the initial data import
Stephan Rauschert (1931-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauschert' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.