Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spellenbergii
ID:
35816

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 59(2): 91. 1986

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035145



Common Names

  • Galinsoga spellenbergii
  • Spellenberg's Galinsoga
  • Spellenberg's Quickweed


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Description

Galinsoga spellenbergii (also called Spellenberg's Galinsoga, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a yellow flower head. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Galinsoga spellenbergii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galinsoga spellenbergii has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galinsoga spellenbergii is an annual herb that can reach up to 60 cm in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Galinsoga spellenbergii

Galinsoga spellenbergii can be found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields, in North America.

Galinsoga spellenbergii FAQ

What type of plant is Galinsoga spellenbergii?

Galinsoga spellenbergii is an annual plant.

What is the ideal temperature for Galinsoga spellenbergii?

Galinsoga spellenbergii prefers temperatures between 60-75°F (16-24°C).

How often should Galinsoga spellenbergii be watered?

Galinsoga spellenbergii should be watered every 1-2 weeks, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

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-133992: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.