Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
melanosphaeroides
ID:
30941

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 148. 1856 [1855 publ. 15 Dec 1856]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030270

Common Names

  • Gnaphalium
  • Black-spotted Cudweed
  • Melanosphaeroides

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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium sodiroi Hieron. ex Sodiro [unknown]

Description

Gnaphalium melanosphaeroides (also called Black-spotted Cudweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 50 cm in height. It is native to South America and is found in open grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gnaphalium melanosphaeroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gnaphalium melanosphaeroides is a small, white, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gnaphalium melanosphaeroides is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Gnaphalium melanosphaeroides

Gnaphalium melanosphaeroides is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Gnaphalium melanosphaeroides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gnaphalium melanosphaeroides?

Gnaphalium melanosphaeroides

What is the common name of Gnaphalium melanosphaeroides?

Black-spored Everlasting

What is the family of Gnaphalium melanosphaeroides?

Asteraceae

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-129263: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.