Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
piloselloides
ID:
1326701

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cass.) Stångb. & Anderb.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 44(1): 109 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339155





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Description

Gorteria piloselloides (also called Piloselloides Gorteria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has short, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Gorteria piloselloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gorteria piloselloides is a small, white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gorteria piloselloides is a small herbaceous plant that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost.

Where to Find Gorteria piloselloides

Gorteria piloselloides can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Gorteria piloselloides FAQ

What is the common name of Gorteria piloselloides?

Piloselloid gorteria

What is the natural habitat of Gorteria piloselloides?

It is found in wet grasslands, swamps, and marshes

What are the characteristics of Gorteria piloselloides?

It is a small herb with a single stem and small white flowers

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

Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Henri Cassini (1781-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cass.' in the authors string.
Frida Stångberg: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stångb.' in the authors string.