Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trifida
ID:
79129

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.S.Short) P.S.Short

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 6(5): 318 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078458



Common Names

  • Trifida Gnephosis
  • Trifida Cottonweed
  • Trifida False Dandelion


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Description

Gnephosis trifida (also called Three-lobed Gnephosis, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, branched stem with yellow flowers. It grows in open, disturbed sites, such as roadsides, fields, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Gnephosis trifida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gnephosis trifida is yellow and has a bell-shaped corolla with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gnephosis trifida is a perennial plant that is best grown from seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in spring and the plants will flower in late summer. Propagation can also be done by division in spring.

Where to Find Gnephosis trifida

Gnephosis trifida can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, including France, Spain, and Italy.

Gnephosis trifida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gnephosis trifida?

Gnephosis trifida

What is the common name of Gnephosis trifida?

Three-lobed Gnephosis

What is the habitat of Gnephosis trifida?

Grassy slopes and rocky outcrops

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-35058: Based on the initial data import
Philip Sydney Short (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Short' in the authors string.