Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 24: 213 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114641
Common Names
- Hyaloseris
- Hyaloseris cinerea
- Ashy Hyaloseris
Synonyms
- Gochnatia cinerea Griseb. [unknown]
- Hyaloseris cinerea cinerea [unknown]
Description
Hyaloseris cinerea (also called Grey Sea-Lettuce, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves with yellow flower heads. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, and is found in a variety of habitats, from grasslands to meadows and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hyaloseris cinerea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as digestive issues, skin diseases, and respiratory problems.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Hyaloseris cinerea var. tomentella Griseb.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hyaloseris cinerea is a white, star-shaped head of disc florets. The seeds are small, black, and slightly hairy. The seedlings have a basal rosette of long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hyaloseris cinerea is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. Division should be done in early spring and the divided plants should be planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Hyaloseris cinerea
Hyaloseris cinerea can be found in the southwestern United States, particularly in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.
Hyaloseris cinerea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hyaloseris cinerea?
Hyaloseris cinerea
What is the common name of Hyaloseris cinerea?
Ashy-leaved hyaloseris
What type of plant is Hyaloseris cinerea?
Herb
Species in the Hyaloseris genus
Hyaloseris rubicunda,
Hyaloseris salicifolia,
Hyaloseris quadriflora,
Hyaloseris andrade-limae,
Hyaloseris catamaquiensis,
Hyaloseris camataquiensis,
Hyaloseris cinerea,
Hyaloseris catamaquiensis,
Hyaloseris longicephala,
Hyaloseris quadriflora,
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,