Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
10009

Status:
valid

Authors:
Desf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Hist. Nat. 4: 2 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009338



Common Names

  • Gymnarrhena micrantha
  • Micrantha Gymnarrhena
  • Gymnarrhena


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Description

Gymnarrhena micrantha (also called Small-Flowered Gymnarrhena, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has small, hairy leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnarrhena micrantha has been used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gymnarrhena micrantha is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnarrhena micrantha is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 7-10.

Where to Find Gymnarrhena micrantha

Gymnarrhena micrantha is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Gymnarrhena micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnarrhena micrantha?

Gymnarrhena micrantha

What type of plant is Gymnarrhena micrantha?

Gymnarrhena micrantha is a perennial herb

Where is Gymnarrhena micrantha found?

Gymnarrhena micrantha is found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan

Species in the Gymnarrhena genus

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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