Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
concinnus
ID:
11338

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 68: 374 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010667



Common Names

  • Gnaphaliothamnus concinnus
  • Concinnus Gnaphaliothamnus
  • Concinnus


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Synonyms

  • Anaphalis concinna (A.Gray) Grierson [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium concinnum A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Gnaphaliothamnus concinnus (also called Showy Gnaphalium, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It grows in disturbed soils, open fields, and grasslands. It has small, spoon-shaped leaves and yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Gnaphaliothamnus concinnus is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover, as it grows quickly and densely.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gnaphaliothamnus concinnus is a yellow-green, star-shaped flower head with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gnaphaliothamnus concinnus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring or early summer and the seedlings transplanted when large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in the summer.

Where to Find Gnaphaliothamnus concinnus

Gnaphaliothamnus concinnus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Gnaphaliothamnus concinnus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gnaphaliothamnus concinnus?

Gnaphaliothamnus concinnus

What type of plant is Gnaphaliothamnus concinnus?

It is a shrub

Where is Gnaphaliothamnus concinnus found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

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,

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:277566-2: Based on the initial data import