Status:
valid
Authors:
Less.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 263 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094922
Common Names
- Gonospermum Canariense
- Canariense Gonospermum
- Canariense's Gonospermum
Description
Gonospermum canariense (also called Canary Island Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Canary Islands, and is found in dry meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads.
Uses & Benefits
Gonospermum canariense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Gonospermum canariense sub. canariense
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gonospermum canariense has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong. The seedlings have a rosette of long, narrow, toothed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gonospermum canariense is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept at a temperature of 18-20°C (64-68°F). Once the seedlings have germinated, they should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn, when the plant is dormant.
Where to Find Gonospermum canariense
Gonospermum canariense is found in the Canary Islands. It is typically found in rocky, dry, and sunny habitats.
Gonospermum canariense FAQ
What are the common uses of Gonospermum canariense?
Gonospermum canariense is commonly used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive disorders.
What is the climate requirement for Gonospermum canariense?
Gonospermum canariense prefers a temperate climate and grows best in areas with an average temperature of 10-20°C.
What is the soil requirement for Gonospermum canariense?
Gonospermum canariense prefers a well-drained, nutrient-rich soil with a pH of 6-7.
Species in the Gonospermum 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,