Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
martiana
ID:
88345

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Steyerm. & Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 640 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087674



Common Names

  • Gongylolepis martiana
  • Martian Gongylolepis
  • Martian Lamb's Lettuce


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Synonyms

  • Gongylolepis maroana V.M.Badillo [unknown]
  • Mutisia obovata Mart. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Augusta martiana (Baker) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Gongylolepis martiana (also called 'Martian's Gongylolepis', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It grows up to 1 m tall and has linear leaves. Its flowers are yellow and it is found in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gongylolepis martiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gongylolepis martiana is yellow and daisy-like with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gongylolepis martiana is a perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate by seed in spring or summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a rock garden or in a container.

Where to Find Gongylolepis martiana

Gongylolepis martiana is native to Madagascar and can be found in the wild in the northern and western parts of the island.

Gongylolepis martiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gongylolepis martiana?

Gongylolepis martiana

What type of plant is Gongylolepis martiana?

Gongylolepis martiana is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Gongylolepis martiana?

Gongylolepis martiana is native to the Mediterranean region

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-44025: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.