Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angianthoides
ID:
32896

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steetz) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 104: 130 (1991): (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032225



Common Names

  • Gnephosis angianthoides
  • Angled Gnephosis
  • Gnephosis with Angled Flowers


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Synonyms

  • Calocephalus angianthoides Benth. [unknown]

Description

Gnephosis angianthoides (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. It grows in moist grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Gnephosis angianthoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gnephosis angianthoides is white and has a bell-shaped structure. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gnephosis angianthoides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to sow the seeds in the fall or early spring and cover lightly with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to allow for adequate air circulation and space for the plants to grow. Division can be done in the spring or fall by carefully digging up the clumps and dividing them into smaller sections. The divisions should be replanted immediately and watered well.

Where to Find Gnephosis angianthoides

Gnephosis angianthoides is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Gnephosis angianthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gnephosis angianthoides?

Gnephosis angianthoides

What is the family of Gnephosis angianthoides?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Gnephosis angianthoides?

Gnephosis

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-131161: Based on the initial data import
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Joachim Steetz (1804-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steetz' in the authors string.