Gnephosis macrocephala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocephala
ID:
116969
Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Bulletin de la Soci?t? Imp?riale des Naturalistes de Moscou 24(1) 1851
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116298
Common Names
- Large-headed Gnephosis
- Large-headed Gnephosis Plant
- Large-headed Gnephosis Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Cephalosorus gymnocephalus A.Gray [unknown]
Description
Gnephosis macrocephala (also called Large-headed Gnephosis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and long stems with small yellow flowers. It grows in dry grasslands, rocky hillsides, and other dry areas.
Uses & Benefits
Gnephosis macrocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gnephosis macrocephala is white and has five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gnephosis macrocephala is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant, growing to a height of 10-20 cm. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, division or cuttings.
Where to Find Gnephosis macrocephala
Gnephosis macrocephala is native to South Africa.
Gnephosis macrocephala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gnephosis macrocephala?
Gnephosis macrocephala
What type of plant is Gnephosis macrocephala?
Gnephosis macrocephala is a perennial herb
Where is Gnephosis macrocephala found?
Gnephosis macrocephala is found in South Africa
Species in the Gnephosis genus
Gnephosis uniflora, Gnephosis tenuissima, Gnephosis multiflora, Gnephosis intonsa, Gnephosis angianthoides, Gnephosis eriocarpa, Gnephosis eriocephala, Gnephosis tridens, Gnephosis arachnoidea, Gnephosis setifera, Gnephosis gynotricha, Gnephosis trifida, Gnephosis brevifolia, Gnephosis macrocephala, Gnephosis acicularis, Gnephosis drummondii, Gnephosis cassiniana,
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-77705: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.