Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
globifera
ID:
72513

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 3: 101 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071842



Common Names

  • Globe-Fruit
  • Globe-Fruit Daisy
  • Globe-Fruit Aster


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Synonyms

  • Angianthus globifer (A.Gray) Benth. [unknown]

Description

Hyalochlamys globifera (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a single stem that grows up to 20 cm tall and has white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Hyalochlamys globifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for erosion control and soil stabilization. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hyalochlamys globifera has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hyalochlamys globifera is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It can be sown directly in the garden in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Hyalochlamys globifera

Hyalochlamys globifera is native to East Asia and can be found in Japan, Korea, and China. It is typically found in open meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Hyalochlamys globifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hyalochlamys globifera?

Hyalochlamys globifera

What is the natural habitat of Hyalochlamys globifera?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the uses of Hyalochlamys globifera?

It is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin disorders.

Species in the Hyalochlamys 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-28604: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.