Status:
valid
Authors:
(I.M.Johnst.) Anderb.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 104: 157 (1991): (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119527
Common Names
- Stagnant Gamochaeta
- Gamochaeta Stagnalis
- Gamochaeta Stagnalis
Synonyms
- Gnaphalium stagnale I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
- Gnaphalium falcatum falcatum [unknown]
Description
Gamochaeta stagnalis (also called Water-Mint, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico and is found in wet, marshy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gamochaeta stagnalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also known to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gamochaeta stagnalis has small yellow flowers, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gamochaeta stagnalis is an annual herb that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Gamochaeta stagnalis
Gamochaeta stagnalis can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Gamochaeta stagnalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gamochaeta stagnalis?
Gamochaeta stagnalis
What is the natural habitat of Gamochaeta stagnalis?
It is native to South America.
What are the uses of Gamochaeta stagnalis?
It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
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,