Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acicularis
ID:
119199

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 3: 572 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118528



Common Names

  • Gnephosis acicularis
  • Gnephosis
  • Acicularis


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Description

Gnephosis acicularis (also called 'Needle-leaved Gnephosis', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and Middle East, and it typically grows in dry, rocky areas. It has a slender, upright stem and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. The flower heads are yellow and have both disc and ray florets.

Uses & Benefits

Gnephosis acicularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that can help reduce stress and improve overall health.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gnephosis acicularis has small white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gnephosis acicularis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Gnephosis acicularis

Gnephosis acicularis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas and dry grasslands.

Gnephosis acicularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gnephosis acicularis?

Gnephosis acicularis

What is the common name of Gnephosis acicularis?

Gnephosis Acicularis

What type of plant is Gnephosis acicularis?

Herbaceous perennial

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-79852: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.