Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gnaphalodes
ID:
100016

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1763

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. ed. 2 2: 1249 (1763)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000099345



Common Names

  • Leysera Gnaphalodes
  • Gnaphalodes Leysera
  • White Everlasting


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Description

Leysera gnaphalodes (also called Gnaphalodes Leysera, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a long, erect stem with a single flower head. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Leysera gnaphalodes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin ailments, as an anti-inflammatory, and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leysera gnaphalodes is yellow and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leysera gnaphalodes is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in a wide range of climates. It is drought-tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and should have at least two sets of leaves. Place the cuttings in a well-draining potting mix and keep them moist until they have rooted. Once they have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Leysera gnaphalodes

Leysera gnaphalodes is native to southern Africa and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands.

Leysera gnaphalodes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leysera gnaphalodes?

Leysera gnaphalodes

What is the common name of Leysera gnaphalodes?

African Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Leysera gnaphalodes?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Leysera 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-560: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.