Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mespilifolium
ID:
74744

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 242 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074073



Common Names

  • Gymnanthemum Mespilifolium
  • Mesquiteleaf Gymnanthemum
  • Mesquiteleaf Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia mespilifolia Less. [unknown]
  • Cacalia mespilifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia mespilifolia mespilifolia [unknown]
  • Vernonia mespilifolia subcanescens DC. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium capense Spreng.f. [deprecated]

Description

Gymnanthemum mespilifolium (also called Mespilus-leaved Gymnanthemum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Europe. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is commonly found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and hedgerows.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnanthemum mespilifolium is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnanthemum mespilifolium has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnanthemum mespilifolium is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings. Take a cutting from a healthy stem and remove any leaves from the lower half. Place the cutting in a pot filled with moist potting soil and keep it in a warm, bright location. Water regularly and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Gymnanthemum mespilifolium

Gymnanthemum mespilifolium is native to Europe and is found in dry, grassy habitats. It can be found in parts of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Italy.

Gymnanthemum mespilifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnanthemum mespilifolium?

Gymnanthemum mespilifolium

What type of plant is Gymnanthemum mespilifolium?

Gymnanthemum mespilifolium is an evergreen shrub.

Where does Gymnanthemum mespilifolium grow?

Gymnanthemum mespilifolium is native to Europe.

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-30808: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.