Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tournefortii
ID:
35888

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 814 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035217



Common Names

  • Gundelia
  • Tournesol
  • Tournesol Thistle


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Description

Gundelia tournefortii (also called Gundel, among many other common names) is a biennial flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is found in meadows, pastures, and grassy areas. It is a low-growing plant, typically reaching heights of 6-12 inches, with yellow flowers and hairy leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Gundelia tournefortii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gundelia tournefortii has small, yellow flowers with a diameter of 0.5 cm. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gundelia tournefortii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or autumn.

Where to Find Gundelia tournefortii

Gundelia tournefortii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Gundelia tournefortii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gundelia tournefortii?

Gundelia tournefortii

What is the common name of Gundelia tournefortii?

Tournefort's Gundelia

What is the optimal temperature for Gundelia tournefortii?

18-22°C

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,

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