Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gnaphalodes
ID:
62836

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Hilliard & B.L.Burtt

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 82(3): 193 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062165

Common Names

  • Common Cudweed
  • Common Gnaphalium
  • Old Field Balsam

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Synonyms

  • Amphidoxa gnaphalodes DC. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium micranthum spretum DC. [unknown]

Description

Gnaphalium gnaphalodes (also called Everlasting, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe. It has a fibrous root system and produces white flowers. It grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gnaphalium gnaphalodes is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and produces white flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gnaphalium gnaphalodes has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, oval-shaped seed pods. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single pair of leaves. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gnaphalium gnaphalodes is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate by division, divide the plant in spring or autumn and replant in new locations. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil and keep moist. Germination can take up to two months.

Where to Find Gnaphalium gnaphalodes

Gnaphalium gnaphalodes is found in Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia.

Gnaphalium gnaphalodes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gnaphalium gnaphalodes?

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What is the natural habitat of Gnaphalium gnaphalodes?

Gnaphalium gnaphalodes is found in dry, grassy habitats.

What is the flowering period of Gnaphalium gnaphalodes?

Gnaphalium gnaphalodes typically flowers from June to August.

Species in the Gnaphalium genus

Gnaphalium linearum, Gnaphalium leontopodium, Gnaphalium sodiroi, Gnaphalium pauciflorum, Gnaphalium ecuadorense, Gnaphalium englerianum, Gnaphalium austroafricanum, Gnaphalium clemensiae, Gnaphalium filagopsis, Gnaphalium flavocephalum, Gnaphalium pseudo-helichrysum, Gnaphalium griquense, Gnaphalium melanosphaeroides, Gnaphalium polium, Gnaphalium leucopeplum, Gnaphalium rosillense, Gnaphalium heleios, Gnaphalium diamantinense, Gnaphalium unionis, Gnaphalium chimborazense, Gnaphalium alatocaule, Gnaphalium schlimii, Gnaphalium unionis, Gnaphalium lycopodium, Gnaphalium exilifolium, Gnaphalium stagnalis, Gnaphalium baicalensis, Gnaphalium supinum, Gnaphalium demidium, Gnaphalium flaccidum, Gnaphalium albescens, Gnaphalium gnaphalodes, Gnaphalium genevoisi, Gnaphalium phaeolepis, Gnaphalium sepositum, Gnaphalium badium, Gnaphalium thouarsii, Gnaphalium uliginosum, Gnaphalium polycaulon, Gnaphalium chiliastrum, Gnaphalium declinatum, Gnaphalium psilophyllum, Gnaphalium maclovianum, Gnaphalium indutum, Gnaphalium caucasicum, Gnaphalium magellanicum, Gnaphalium stewartii, Gnaphalium confine, Gnaphalium nelsonii, Gnaphalium limicola,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-1917: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.