Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn. ex Boiss.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 723 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024003
Common Names
- Garhadiolus
- Hamosus
- Hairy Garhadiolus
Synonyms
- Rhagadiolus hamosus (Boiss. & Hausskn.) Kupicha [unknown]
Description
Garhadiolus hamosus (also called Hooked Garhadiolus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in disturbed areas, roadsides, and waste places.
Uses & Benefits
Garhadiolus hamosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Garhadiolus hamosus is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Garhadiolus hamosus is a perennial herb native to the western United States and Canada. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in a well-drained medium and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by division in spring or by cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Garhadiolus hamosus
Garhadiolus hamosus is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas, often on limestone soils.
Garhadiolus hamosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Garhadiolus hamosus?
Garhadiolus hamosus
What is the common name of Garhadiolus hamosus?
Hook-spur Daisy
Where is Garhadiolus hamosus native to?
Southwestern United States, Mexico, Central America
Species in the Garhadiolus genus
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,