Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
dichroa
ID:
130647

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bong.) D.J.N.Hind

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 48(2): 285 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129976



Common Names

  • Graphistylis Dichroa
  • Pale Everlasting
  • Silver Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Senecio dichrous Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Cacalia dichroa Bong. [unknown]

Description

Graphistylis dichroa (also called False Dichroa, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Asia. It grows to a height of 3-5 feet and has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in open forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Graphistylis dichroa is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Graphistylis dichroa has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small achene, about 1-2 mm long, with a white pappus. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Graphistylis dichroa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring and can take up to three months to germinate.

Where to Find Graphistylis dichroa

Graphistylis dichroa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Graphistylis dichroa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Graphistylis dichroa?

Graphistylis dichroa

What is the family of Graphistylis dichroa?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Graphistylis dichroa?

Open grasslands and rocky slopes

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-9089: Based on the initial data import
David John Nicholas Hind (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.N.Hind' in the authors string.
Gustav Heinrich von Bongard (1786-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bong.' in the authors string.