Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
capillaris
ID:
138576

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 6: 95 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137905



Common Names

  • Gymnodiscus
  • Capillary Gymnodiscus
  • Capillaris


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Synonyms

  • Othonna capillaris L.f. [unknown]
  • Gymnodiscus capillaris latifolia Sond. [unknown]
  • Gymnodiscus capillaris capillaris [unknown]
  • Gymnodiscus orbicularifolius Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Gymnodiscus capillaris (also called Hair-like Gymnodiscus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and Asia. It grows up to 0.3 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands and meadows and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnodiscus capillaris is used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gymnodiscus capillaris is a yellow-green disc floret, with a yellow-green center and a yellow-green outer ring. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a small tuft of white hairs at the tip. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnodiscus capillaris is a perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny spot. The seedlings should be thinned out to allow for adequate spacing. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The plant should be cut back after flowering to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Gymnodiscus capillaris

Gymnodiscus capillaris is found in the Andes Mountains of South America, from Venezuela to Bolivia.

Gymnodiscus capillaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnodiscus capillaris?

Gymnodiscus capillaris

What is the common name of Gymnodiscus capillaris?

Hairy Gymnodiscus

What is the natural habitat of Gymnodiscus capillaris?

Grasslands and disturbed sites

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