Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lam.) Cabrera
Source:
gcc
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 9: 382 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034011
Common Names
- Stachydifolia gamochaeta
- Stachydifolia cudweed
- Stachydifolia everlasting
Description
Gamochaeta stachydifolia (also called Rough Cudweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers and hairy stems and leaves. It is native to South America and grows in grassy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Gamochaeta stachydifolia is used as a medicinal herb for treating respiratory conditions, as an ornamental plant in gardens, and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gamochaeta stachydifolia is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gamochaeta stachydifolia is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division of the clumps should be done in spring or fall.
Where to Find Gamochaeta stachydifolia
Gamochaeta stachydifolia is native to South America and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Gamochaeta stachydifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gamochaeta stachydifolia?
Gamochaeta stachydifolia
What type of plant is Gamochaeta stachydifolia?
It is an annual herb
Where is Gamochaeta stachydifolia native to?
It is native to South America
Species in the Gamochaeta genus
Gamochaeta valparadisea,
Gamochaeta standleyi,
Gamochaeta simplicicaulis,
Gamochaeta nigrevestis,
Gamochaeta berteroana,
Gamochaeta serpyllifolia,
Gamochaeta neuquensis,
Gamochaeta villarroelii,
Gamochaeta suffruticosa,
Gamochaeta filaginea,
Gamochaeta chionesthes,
Gamochaeta humilis,
Gamochaeta depilata,
Gamochaeta oreophila,
Gamochaeta boliviensis,
Gamochaeta platensis,
Gamochaeta rizzinii,
Gamochaeta argyrinea,
Gamochaeta argentina,
Gamochaeta stachydifolia,
Gamochaeta calviceps,
Gamochaeta andina,
Gamochaeta antarctica,
Gamochaeta simplicaulis,
Gamochaeta ambatensis,
Gamochaeta lulioana,
Gamochaeta grazielae,
Gamochaeta chamissonis,
Gamochaeta ustulata,
Gamochaeta nivalis,
Gamochaeta girardiana,
Gamochaeta axillaris,
Gamochaeta badillana,
Gamochaeta andinum,
Gamochaeta camaquaensis,
Gamochaeta aliena,
Gamochaeta meridensis,
Gamochaeta falcata,
Gamochaeta purpurea,
Gamochaeta diffusa,
Gamochaeta monticola,
Gamochaeta stagnalis,
Gamochaeta erecta,
Gamochaeta malvinensis,
Gamochaeta sphacelata,
Gamochaeta polybotrya,
Gamochaeta americana,
Gamochaeta thouarsii,
Gamochaeta capitata,
Gamochaeta coarctata,
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,