Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gnidioides
ID:
4005

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) Källersjö

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 5(6): 534 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003334



Common Names

  • Hymenolepis Gnidioides
  • Gnidioides Hymenolepis
  • Hymenolepis Gnidioides


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Description

Hymenolepis gnidioides (also called Gnidia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry, open woods, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenolepis gnidioides is a plant used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is drought tolerant and can be used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenolepis gnidioides is a small white daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenolepis gnidioides is an annual herb that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Hymenolepis gnidioides

Hymenolepis gnidioides is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.

Hymenolepis gnidioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenolepis gnidioides?

Hymenolepis gnidioides

What is the common name of Hymenolepis gnidioides?

Gnidioides Hymenolepis

What is the natural habitat of Hymenolepis gnidioides?

Hymenolepis gnidioides is native to Mexico and Central America.

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-10322: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Mari Källersjö (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Källersjö' in the authors string.