Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oshanahanii
ID:
19886

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Marrero Rodr., Febles & C.Suárez) Febles

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Bot. Macaronés. 27: 104 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019215



Common Names

  • Oshanahan's Gonospermum
  • Gonospermum oshanahanii
  • Oshanahans Gonospermum


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Description

Gonospermum oshanahanii (also called Oshanahan's gonospermum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a branching stem and small, white flowers with four petals. It typically grows in sunny, dry areas such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Gonospermum oshanahanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gonospermum oshanahanii is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves that are covered in fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gonospermum oshanahanii is a perennial herb that can be propagated through division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Gonospermum oshanahanii

Gonospermum oshanahanii can be found in the western United States and Canada.

Gonospermum oshanahanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gonospermum oshanahanii?

Gonospermum oshanahanii

What type of plant is Gonospermum oshanahanii?

It is an annual herb

Where is Gonospermum oshanahanii found?

It is found in the Middle East

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

Águedo Marrero Rodriguez (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marrero Rodr.' in the authors string.
Rosa Febles: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Febles' in the authors string.