Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pappifera
ID:
12583

Status:
valid

Authors:
Paul G.Wilson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 13(1): 162 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011912



Common Names

  • Guardiola Pappifera
  • Pappifera Tree
  • Pappifera


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Description

Guardiola pappifera (also called Pappifera Guardiola, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, roadsides and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Guardiola pappifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, digestive problems, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guardiola pappifera is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guardiola pappifera is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps when the plant is dormant.

Where to Find Guardiola pappifera

Guardiola pappifera can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Guardiola pappifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guardiola pappifera?

Guardiola pappifera

What is the natural habitat of Guardiola pappifera?

Guardiola pappifera is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky hillsides.

What are the medicinal properties of Guardiola pappifera?

Guardiola pappifera has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

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-111537: Based on the initial data import
Paul Graham Wilson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paul G.Wilson' in the authors string.