Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gabbii
ID:
60456

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 32: 258 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059785



Common Names

  • Gabb's Koanophyllon
  • Koanophyllon gabbii
  • Gabb's False Willow


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium gabbii Urb. [unknown]

Description

Koanophyllon gabbii (also called Gabb's Koanophyllon, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, deserts, and scrublands. It has several stems that grow from a single base and are covered in small, white flowers. The flowers are composed of five petals and have a yellow center.

Uses & Benefits

Koanophyllon gabbii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It has also been used for its medicinal properties, such as its anti-inflammatory and anti-viral effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Koanophyllon gabbii is a yellow-brown disc floret with a white corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Koanophyllon gabbii is a perennial herb that is native to the western United States. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Koanophyllon gabbii should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Koanophyllon gabbii

Koanophyllon gabbii is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Koanophyllon gabbii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Koanophyllon gabbii?

Koanophyllon gabbii

What is the common name of Koanophyllon gabbii?

Gabb's Koanophyllon

What is the habitat of Koanophyllon gabbii?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands

Species in the Koanophyllon genus

Koanophyllon puberulum, Koanophyllon polyodon, Koanophyllon poliystichum, Koanophyllon heptaneurum, Koanophyllon reyrobinsonii, Koanophyllon hotteanum, Koanophyllon richardsonii, Koanophyllon minutifolium, Koanophyllon clementis, Koanophyllon semicrenatum, Koanophyllon atroglandulosum, Koanophyllon prinodes, Koanophyllon hintoniorum, Koanophyllon fuscum, Koanophyllon chabrense, Koanophyllon adamantium, Koanophyllon mesoreopolum, Koanophyllon hylonoma, Koanophyllon jugipaniculatum, Koanophyllon helianthemoides, Koanophyllon silvaticum, Koanophyllon hammatocladum, Koanophyllon sagasteguii, Koanophyllon scabriusculum, Koanophyllon mornicola, Koanophyllon eitenii, Koanophyllon guerreroana, Koanophyllon turquinense, Koanophyllon subpurpureum, Koanophyllon jenssenii, Koanophyllon jaegerianum, Koanophyllon reversum, Koanophyllon thysanolepis, Koanophyllon littorale, Koanophyllon tetranthum, Koanophyllon hidrodes, Koanophyllon tatei, Koanophyllon pittieri, Koanophyllon sinaloensis, Koanophyllon galeottii, Koanophyllon albicaulis, Koanophyllon galeana, Koanophyllon calcicola, Koanophyllon iteophyllum, Koanophyllon baccharifolium, Koanophyllon bullescens, Koanophyllon nervosum, Koanophyllon chalceorithales, Koanophyllon tetranfolium, Koanophyllon simillima,

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-16857: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.