Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alata
ID:
45151

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. & Hook.f. ex Oliv.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 3: 368 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044480



Common Names

  • Geigeria alata
  • Winged Geigeria
  • Winged-fruited Geigeria


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Synonyms

  • Geigeria macdougalii S.Moore in Rendle [unknown]
  • Diplostemma alatum (Hochst. & Steud.) DC. [unknown]
  • Cichorium alatum Hochst. & Steud. [unknown]
  • Cichorium alatum Hochst. & Steud. ex DC. [deprecated]

Description

Geigeria alata (also called Winged Geigeria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun, and is often used as an ornamental shrub in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Geigeria alata is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden. The plant is also known to have medicinal properties and is used to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Geigeria alata has yellow flowers that are arranged in a flat-topped cluster. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have two oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geigeria alata is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Geigeria alata

Geigeria alata is native to South America and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Geigeria alata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geigeria alata?

Geigeria alata

What is the common name of Geigeria alata?

Winged Geigeria

Where is Geigeria alata native?

South Africa

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-143024: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.