Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
glaberrimum
ID:
134734

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Welw. ex O.Hoffm.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 241 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134063



Common Names

  • Gymnanthemum Glaberrimum
  • Gymnanthemum
  • Glaberrimum


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia hensii Klatt [unknown]
  • Vernonia glaberrima Welw. ex O.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Vernonia mashonica N.E.Br. [unknown]

Description

Gymnanthemum glaberrimum (also called Smooth Gymnanthemum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Europe and is found in moist, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnanthemum glaberrimum is a medicinal plant used to treat skin diseases, as well as to reduce inflammation and improve digestion. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnanthemum glaberrimum has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnanthemum glaberrimum is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plant should be grown in full sun to partial shade and requires regular watering.

Where to Find Gymnanthemum glaberrimum

Gymnanthemum glaberrimum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky or sandy soils in coastal areas.

Gymnanthemum glaberrimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnanthemum glaberrimum?

Gymnanthemum glaberrimum

What is the common name of Gymnanthemum glaberrimum?

Smooth Gymnanthemum

What is the family of Gymnanthemum glaberrimum?

Asteraceae

Species in the Gymnanthemum genus

Gymnanthemum baronii, Gymnanthemum pectiniforme, Gymnanthemum bolleanum, Gymnanthemum louvelii, Gymnanthemum pectorale, Gymnanthemum chapelieri, Gymnanthemum urticifolium, Gymnanthemum crataegifolium, Gymnanthemum bellinghamii, Gymnanthemum andrangovalense, Gymnanthemum thomsonianum, Gymnanthemum humblotii, Gymnanthemum fimbrilliferum, Gymnanthemum delapsum, Gymnanthemum antanalum, Gymnanthemum baillonii, Gymnanthemum rubicundum, Gymnanthemum hispidulum, Gymnanthemum auriculiferum, Gymnanthemum platylepis, Gymnanthemum corymbosum, Gymnanthemum exsertum, Gymnanthemum exsertiflorum, Gymnanthemum mespilifolium, Gymnanthemum subcrassulescens, Gymnanthemum rueppellii, Gymnanthemum dissolutum, Gymnanthemum myrianthum, Gymnanthemum pleistanthum, Gymnanthemum amygdalinum, Gymnanthemum extensum, Gymnanthemum coursii, Gymnanthemum triflorum, Gymnanthemum appendiculatum, Gymnanthemum glaberrimum, Gymnanthemum koekemoerae, Gymnanthemum capense,

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-94861: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Karl August Otto Hoffmann (1853-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Hoffm.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.