Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
bosvallia
ID:
36993

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bot. India : 19 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036322



Common Names

  • Bosvallia Glossocardia
  • Glossocardia Bosvallia
  • Glossocardia Bosvall


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Synonyms

  • Bidens minuta Miré & H.Gillet [unknown]
  • Pectis meifolia Wall. [unknown]
  • Glossocardia setosa Blatt. & Hallb. [unknown]
  • Verbesina bosvallia L.f. [unknown]
  • Verbesina boswellia Roxb. [unknown]
  • Glossocardia linearifolia Cass. [unknown]

Description

Glossocardia bosvallia (also called Bosvall's Glossocardia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to California and Baja California. It has a thin, erect stem that can reach up to 1 meter in height, and its leaves are lanceolate and have a grayish-green color. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and coastal sage scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Glossocardia bosvallia is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers and as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Glossocardia bosvallia has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have a long, narrow stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Glossocardia bosvallia is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the mountains of central and southern Europe. It is an herbaceous perennial that grows to a height of 30-60 cm. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun. Propagation is by seed or division in spring.

Where to Find Glossocardia bosvallia

Glossocardia bosvallia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Glossocardia bosvallia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glossocardia bosvallia?

Glossocardia bosvallia

What is the habitat of Glossocardia bosvallia?

Glossocardia bosvallia is found in dry, open areas in California, USA.

What is the flowering period of Glossocardia bosvallia?

Glossocardia bosvallia flowers from April to July.

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,