Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
fruticosa
ID:
130085

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire, Steyerm. & Wurdack

Source:
gcc

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 9: 437 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129414



Common Names

  • Gongylolepis fruticosa
  • Shrubby Senecio
  • Senecio fruticosus


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Description

Gongylolepis fruticosa (also called Fruticose Gongylolepis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and grows up to 2 m tall. It is found in grassland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gongylolepis fruticosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It is also used as a medicinal plant and as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gongylolepis fruticosa is a small, white, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gongylolepis fruticosa is a perennial shrub that can be grown from seed. It prefers well-drained soil in full sun and can be propagated by cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types.

Where to Find Gongylolepis fruticosa

Gongylolepis fruticosa is native to Europe and western Asia. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Gongylolepis fruticosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gongylolepis fruticosa?

Gongylolepis fruticosa

What is the common name of Gongylolepis fruticosa?

Shrubby Gongylolepis

What is the natural habitat of Gongylolepis fruticosa?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

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-90346: Based on the initial data import
John Julius Wurdack (1921-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wurdack' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.