Status:
valid
Authors:
D.C.Eaton
Source:
gcc
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
Botany [Fortieth Parallel] 207 (t. 20) (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121470
Common Names
- Coyote Thistle
- Gray Thistle
- Gray Coyote Thistle
Synonyms
- Glyptopleura marginata marginata [unknown]
Description
Glyptopleura marginata (also called 'Silver Daisy' and 'Silver Daisy Bush', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white daisy-like flowers and feathery, grey-green foliage. It is native to South Africa and is found growing in dry, rocky areas and scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Glyptopleura marginata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control. It is drought tolerant and can be used in dry areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Glyptopleura marginata is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glyptopleura marginata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Glyptopleura marginata
Glyptopleura marginata is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as desert scrub and chaparral.
Glyptopleura marginata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glyptopleura marginata?
Glyptopleura marginata
What is the common name of Glyptopleura marginata?
Marginata Glyptopleura
What is the family of Glyptopleura marginata?
Asteraceae
Species in the Glyptopleura 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,