Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sartorii
ID:
79274

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klatt) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 68: 379 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078603



Common Names

  • Gnaphaliothamnus sartorii
  • Sartor's Gnaphaliothamnus
  • Sartor's Gnaphalium


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium sartorii Sch.Bip. ex Klatt [unknown]
  • Chionolaena sartorii Klatt [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium sartorii (Klatt) F.J.Espinosa [unknown]

Description

Gnaphaliothamnus sartorii (also called Sartor's Gnaphalium, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody base and is covered with small, white, woolly hairs. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gnaphaliothamnus sartorii is a drought-tolerant plant that is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also known for its ability to attract butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gnaphaliothamnus sartorii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a rosette of leaves with long, narrow lobes.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gnaphaliothamnus sartorii is a perennial herb that is native to the Canary Islands. It is easily propagated from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept in bright, indirect light. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. The plant will flower in the summer months.

Where to Find Gnaphaliothamnus sartorii

Gnaphaliothamnus sartorii is native to the Canary Islands and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Gnaphaliothamnus sartorii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gnaphaliothamnus sartorii?

Gnaphaliothamnus sartorii

What is the common name of Gnaphaliothamnus sartorii?

Sartor's Gnaphaliothamnus

What type of plant is Gnaphaliothamnus sartorii?

It is a flowering plant in the aster family.

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

Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Klatt (1825-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klatt' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:277572-2: Based on the initial data import