Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
intonsa
ID:
25326

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
gcc

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 34: 197 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024655



Common Names

  • Intonsa Gnephosis
  • Intonsa Gnephosis Daisy
  • Intonsa Gnephosis Fleabane


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Description

Gnephosis intonsa (also called Intonsa gnephosis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean, Central America and South America. It is typically found in dry, open areas, such as scrubland and grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Gnephosis intonsa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are edible and can be used in salads. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive and liver ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gnephosis intonsa has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gnephosis intonsa is an annual herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and fertile, and the plants should be watered regularly. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Gnephosis intonsa

Gnephosis intonsa is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Gnephosis intonsa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gnephosis intonsa?

Gnephosis intonsa

What is the natural habitat of Gnephosis intonsa?

Gnephosis intonsa is native to Mexico.

What are the uses of Gnephosis intonsa?

Gnephosis intonsa is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.

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,

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