Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pulvinatum
ID:
61845

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Delile) Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 33(2): 242 (22 Dec. 2003) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061174



Common Names

  • Gnomophalium Pulvinatum
  • Cushion Gnomeplant
  • Pulvinar Gnomeplant


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Synonyms

  • Homognaphalium crispatulum (Delile) Kirp. [unknown]
  • Evax indica Buch.-Ham. ex Wall. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium pulvinatum Delile [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium pulverulentum Bové ex DC. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium crispatulum Delile [unknown]
  • Homognaphalium pulvinatum (Delile) Fayed & Zareh [unknown]
  • Filago prostrata DC. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium depressum Roxb. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium crispatulum C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium prostratum Roxb. [unknown]

Description

Gnomophalium pulvinatum (also called Cushion Cudweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 10 cm tall. It has a cushion-like shape and its leaves are covered with a white tomentum. It is native to Europe and grows in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Gnomophalium pulvinatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating various ailments. It is also used as a dye and for making perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gnomophalium pulvinatum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and have a papery texture. The seedlings are slender and have small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gnomophalium pulvinatum is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial that is native to Europe. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division in spring or by seed in autumn. It is best to sow the seeds in a cold frame in autumn.

Where to Find Gnomophalium pulvinatum

Gnomophalium pulvinatum can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Gnomophalium pulvinatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gnomophalium pulvinatum?

Gnomophalium pulvinatum

What type of plant is Gnomophalium pulvinatum?

A perennial herb

Where does Gnomophalium pulvinatum grow?

It grows in dry, sandy areas

Species in the Gnomophalium genus

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-18200: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Alire Raffeneau Delile (1778-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delile' in the authors string.