Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
salicifolius
ID:
33056

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bertol.) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 68(5): 378 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032385



Common Names

  • Salicifolius Gnaphaliothamnus
  • Gnaphaliothamnus Salicifolius
  • Salicifolius


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Description

Gnaphaliothamnus salicifolius (also called willow-leaved gnaphalium, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is typically found in desert and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gnaphaliothamnus salicifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gnaphaliothamnus salicifolius is yellow and has a white center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gnaphaliothamnus salicifolius is a perennial species native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings should be transplanted in autumn. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Gnaphaliothamnus salicifolius

Gnaphaliothamnus salicifolius can be found in the dry regions of South America.

Gnaphaliothamnus salicifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gnaphaliothamnus salicifolius?

Gnaphaliothamnus salicifolius

What type of plant is Gnaphaliothamnus salicifolius?

It is a shrub

Where is Gnaphaliothamnus salicifolius found?

It is found in South America

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

Antonio Bertoloni (1775-1869): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bertol.' 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:947989-1: Based on the initial data import