Geigeria pilifera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilifera
ID:
119087
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hutch.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bolus Herb. 3: 6 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118416
Common Names
- Geigeria pilifera
- Granite Daisy
- Granite-Leaf Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Geigeria rhombifolia Dinter [unknown]
- Geigeria muschleriana Dinter ex Merxm. [unknown]
- Geigeria chenopodiifolia Mattf. [unknown]
Description
Geigeria pilifera (also called Starry Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Geigeria pilifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Geigeria pilifera has yellow flowers, small, black seeds, and small seedlings with a white root.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Geigeria pilifera is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with small, white flowers. It is easy to propagate from seed or by division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall.
Where to Find Geigeria pilifera
Geigeria pilifera is native to Europe and can be found in meadows and grasslands.
Geigeria pilifera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Geigeria pilifera?
Geigeria pilifera
What is the common name of Geigeria pilifera?
Hairy Geigeria
What is the natural habitat of Geigeria pilifera?
Grassy areas, meadows, and roadsides
Species in the Geigeria genus
Geigeria plumosa, Geigeria mendoncae, Geigeria hoffmanniana, Geigeria obtusifolia, Geigeria schinzii, Geigeria engleriana, Geigeria angolensis, Geigeria acicularis, Geigeria rigida, Geigeria decurrens, Geigeria burkei, Geigeria alata, Geigeria africana, Geigeria vigintisquamea, Geigeria odontoptera, Geigeria lata, Geigeria ornativa, Geigeria aspera, Geigeria pectidea, Geigeria acaulis, Geigeria otaviensis, Geigeria brevifolia, Geigeria linosyroides, Geigeria affinis, Geigeria aspalathoides, Geigeria spinosa, Geigeria pilifera, Geigeria nianganensis, Geigeria elongata, Geigeria engleriaha,
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-79745: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.