Status:
valid
Authors:
C.B.Clarke
Source:
gcc
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
Compos. Ind. : 236 (1876)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005657
Common Names
- Goniocaulon indicum
- Indian Goniocaulon
- Indian Stemless Thistle
Description
Goniocaulon indicum (also called Indian Goniocaulon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Goniocaulon indicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Goniocaulon indicum has yellow daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Goniocaulon indicum is a perennial that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, sown in spring after the last frost. It can also be propagated by division of the clumps in late summer.
Where to Find Goniocaulon indicum
Goniocaulon indicum is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs.
Goniocaulon indicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Goniocaulon indicum?
Goniocaulon indicum
What is the common name of Goniocaulon indicum?
Indian Goniocaulon
What is the natural habitat of Goniocaulon indicum?
Grasslands and open woodlands of India and Southeast Asia
Species in the Goniocaulon genus
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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,