Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subdiscoidea
ID:
76412

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cronquist

Source:
gcc

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 12(3): 288 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075741



Common Names

  • Gallant Soldier
  • Gallantweed
  • Quickweed


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Description

Galinsoga subdiscoidea (also called Galinsoga parviflora, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and grows to a height of 20-50 cm. It is found in grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Galinsoga subdiscoidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galinsoga subdiscoidea has white flowers with a single row of petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galinsoga subdiscoidea is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Galinsoga subdiscoidea

Galinsoga subdiscoidea can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Galinsoga subdiscoidea FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Galinsoga subdiscoidea?

Galinsoga subdiscoidea prefers slightly acidic soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.

What is the best way to propagate Galinsoga subdiscoidea?

Galinsoga subdiscoidea can be propagated by division or by seed.

How much sunlight does Galinsoga subdiscoidea need?

Galinsoga subdiscoidea prefers partial shade and will tolerate full sun if given adequate moisture.

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-32419: Based on the initial data import
Arthur Cronquist (1919-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cronquist' in the authors string.