Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
refracta
ID:
114879

Status:
valid

Authors:
Veldkamp

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Blumea 35(2): 476 (1991) (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114208



Common Names

  • Refract Glossocardia
  • Refract Cottonweed
  • Refract Cotton-grass


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Description

Glossocardia refracta (also called Glossy-leaved Cardamine, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with small white flowers. It grows in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Glossocardia refracta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Glossocardia refracta is a small, white flower with a single pistil and five stamens. The seed is a small, round, white seed. The seedling is a small, round, white seedling with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Glossocardia refracta is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°F. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Glossocardia refracta

Glossocardia refracta is found in North America, from Alaska to California, and east to the Great Lakes region. It is commonly found in meadows and pastures.

Glossocardia refracta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glossocardia refracta?

Glossocardia refracta

What is the common name of Glossocardia refracta?

Refracted Glossocardia

What is the habitat of Glossocardia refracta?

Glossocardia refracta is found in dry, sandy or rocky soils in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

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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