Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuifolia
ID:
127548

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Bulletin de la Soci?t? Imp?riale des Naturalistes de Moscou 24(1) 1851

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126877



Common Names

  • Slender Gilbertson's Daisy
  • Slender Daisy
  • Gilbertson's Daisy


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Description

Gilberta tenuifolia (also called 'Slenderleaf Gilberta' and 'Slenderleaf False Dandelion', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico. It is found in grasslands, meadows, pastures and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Gilberta tenuifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gilberta tenuifolia is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gilberta tenuifolia is a perennial herb that is native to North America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the fall or early spring.

Where to Find Gilberta tenuifolia

Gilberta tenuifolia can be found in the mountains of Mexico and Central America.

Gilberta tenuifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gilberta tenuifolia?

Gilberta tenuifolia

What is the common name of Gilberta tenuifolia?

Slender-leaved Gilberta

What type of plant is Gilberta tenuifolia?

Perennial herb

Species in the Gilberta 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,

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