Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
unxioides
ID:
44291

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 24: 198 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043620



Common Names

  • Galinsoga
  • Gallant-soldier
  • Weed-soldier


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Synonyms

  • Stemmatella congesta Wedd. ex O.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Galinsoga calva Rusby [unknown]
  • Galinsoga mandonii Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Galinsoga purpurea St.John & D.White [deprecated]
  • Galinsoga mandonii Sch.Bip. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Stemmatella congesta congesta [unknown]
  • Stemmatella congesta Wedd. [unknown]

Description

Galinsoga unxioides (also called Unxia Galinsoga, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Central and South America. It grows in disturbed areas such as roadsides, fields, and gardens. Its small, white flowers have yellow centers and are arranged in clusters. Its leaves are lanceolate and covered with soft hairs.

Uses & Benefits

Galinsoga unxioides is a fast-growing annual plant that is often used as a cover crop or as a green manure. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Galinsoga unxioides is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedling is a small rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galinsoga unxioides is an annual plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Galinsoga unxioides

Galinsoga unxioides is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Galinsoga unxioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galinsoga unxioides?

Galinsoga unxioides

What is the common name of Galinsoga unxioides?

Small-flowered Galinsoga

Where is Galinsoga unxioides found?

Galinsoga unxioides is found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida.

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