Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
platylepis
ID:
57664

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Drake) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000056993



Common Names

  • Platylepis
  • Gymnanthemum platylepis
  • Flat-leaved Daisy


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Description

Gymnanthemum platylepis (also called the Large-leaved False Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and produces yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnanthemum platylepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gymnanthemum platylepis is a yellow, daisy-like flower head. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a small rosette of narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnanthemum platylepis is a perennial plant native to the southeastern United States. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed sown in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Gymnanthemum platylepis

Gymnanthemum platylepis is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, pastures, and meadows.

Gymnanthemum platylepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnanthemum platylepis?

Gymnanthemum platylepis

What is the common name of Gymnanthemum platylepis?

Large-leaved Daisy

What is the growth habit of Gymnanthemum platylepis?

It is an upright, clump-forming perennial.

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-155663: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Emmanuel Drake del Castillo (1855-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drake' in the authors string.