Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thompsonii
ID:
136792

Status:
valid

Authors:
Faasen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Southw. Naturalist 21(1): 27. 1976

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136121



Common Names

  • Guardiola Thompsonii
  • Thompson's Guardiola
  • Thompsonii Guardiola


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Description

Guardiola thompsonii (also called Thompson's Guardiola, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has large, toothed leaves and white flower heads. It grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Guardiola thompsonii is used as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used to make a yellow dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guardiola thompsonii is yellow with a white center. The seed is small and black. The seedling is small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guardiola thompsonii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Guardiola thompsonii

Guardiola thompsonii is native to the Andes of Peru and can be found in the high altitude grasslands of the region.

Guardiola thompsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guardiola thompsonii?

Guardiola thompsonii

What is the family of Guardiola thompsonii?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Guardiola thompsonii?

Mexico

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-96842: Based on the initial data import
Paul van Faasen (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Faasen' in the authors string.