Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gagnep.) Veldkamp
Source:
gcc
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Blumea 35: 473 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061621
Common Names
- Glossocardia Condorensis
- Condorensis Glossocardia
- Condor's Glossocardia
Synonyms
- Glossogyne condorensis Gagnep. [unknown]
Description
Glossocardia condorensis (also called 'Condorensis Glossocardia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, sandy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Glossocardia condorensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Glossocardia condorensis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings are small, with two oval-shaped cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glossocardia condorensis is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can tolerate drought and is resistant to most pests and diseases.
Where to Find Glossocardia condorensis
Glossocardia condorensis is native to the Galapagos Islands.
Glossocardia condorensis FAQ
What are the light requirements for Glossocardia condorensis?
Glossocardia condorensis prefers full sun to partial shade.
What type of soil should be used for Glossocardia condorensis?
Glossocardia condorensis prefers well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.
How often should Glossocardia condorensis be watered?
Glossocardia condorensis should be watered regularly, but not too often.
Species in the Glossocardia genus
Glossocardia calva,
Glossocardia alorensis,
Glossocardia integrifolia,
Glossocardia smithii,
Glossocardia bosvallia,
Glossocardia tridentata,
Glossocardia condorensis,
Glossocardia josephinae,
Glossocardia orthochaeta,
Glossocardia refracta,
Glossocardia leschenaultii,
Glossocardia bidens,
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,