Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
erioclada
ID:
78418

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake in Gleason

Source:
gcc

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 58: 495 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077747



Common Names

  • Gongylolepis erioclada
  • Hairy Gongylolepis
  • Hairy False Daisy


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Description

Gongylolepis erioclada (also called Eriocladus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America, and is found in dry, disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Gongylolepis erioclada is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and to provide ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gongylolepis erioclada is yellow in color and is about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gongylolepis erioclada is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and to divide the rhizomes in the fall. It is also important to keep the soil evenly moist and to fertilize regularly.

Where to Find Gongylolepis erioclada

Gongylolepis erioclada is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas and dry meadows.

Gongylolepis erioclada FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gongylolepis erioclada?

Gongylolepis erioclada

What is the common name of Gongylolepis erioclada?

Woolly-headed sunbonnet

What is the natural habitat of Gongylolepis erioclada?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

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-34364: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.