Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hypoleucus
ID:
38660

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 32(3): 270 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037989



Common Names

  • Grisebach's Starflower
  • White Starflower
  • False Starflower


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Synonyms

  • Grisebachianthus holquinensis (B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium hypoleucum Griseb. [unknown]
  • Chromolaena holquinensis (B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium heterophyllum A.Rich. [illegitimate]
  • Eupatorium holguinense B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Grisebachianthus holguinensis (B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [deprecated]

Description

Grisebachianthus hypoleucus (also called White-flowered Grisebachianthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers with a yellow center. It grows in rocky habitats, dry grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Grisebachianthus hypoleucus is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grisebachianthus hypoleucus is a yellow-green color, and is tubular in shape. The seed is small and round, and is brown in color. The seedlings are small and thin, with a yellow-green stem and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grisebachianthus hypoleucus is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a light, sandy soil. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Grisebachianthus hypoleucus

Grisebachianthus hypoleucus can be found in the western United States, from California to Oregon and east to Utah.

Grisebachianthus hypoleucus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grisebachianthus hypoleucus?

Grisebachianthus hypoleucus

What type of plant is Grisebachianthus hypoleucus?

Grisebachianthus hypoleucus is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Grisebachianthus hypoleucus?

Grisebachianthus hypoleucus is found in dry, rocky areas

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-136732: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.