Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gagnep.) Veldkamp
Source:
gcc
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Blumea 35(2): 474 (1991): (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030884
Common Names
- Glossocardia integrifolia
- Integrifolia Glossocardia
- Integrifolia Daisy
Synonyms
- Glossogyne integrifolia Gagnep. [unknown]
Description
Glossocardia integrifolia (also called Glossy Cardoon, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows in sunny meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Glossocardia integrifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Glossocardia integrifolia is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glossocardia integrifolia is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate, divide the root clumps in spring or collect and sow the seeds in autumn. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings.
Where to Find Glossocardia integrifolia
Glossocardia integrifolia is native to the Mediterranean region.
Glossocardia integrifolia FAQ
What are the growing conditions for Glossocardia integrifolia?
Glossocardia integrifolia prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
What is the typical size of Glossocardia integrifolia?
Glossocardia integrifolia typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.
What is the blooming period for Glossocardia integrifolia?
Glossocardia integrifolia blooms from late spring to early summer.
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,