Status:
valid
Authors:
Henrickson
Source:
gcc
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 1(2): 171. 1976
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026756
Common Names
- Marshalljohnstonia gypsophila
- Marshall Johnstonia
- Gypsophila
Description
Marshalljohnstonia gypsophila (also called Marshall Johnston's Daisy, among many other common names) is a small, erect, annual herb with white or yellow flowers. It is native to China and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Marshalljohnstonia gypsophila is a small shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and is drought tolerant, making it an ideal choice for xeriscaping. It can also be used as a windbreak or hedge.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Marshalljohnstonia gypsophila is a yellow-orange, daisy-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flattened disc with a white margin. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a pair of small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Marshalljohnstonia gypsophila is a perennial that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings.
Where to Find Marshalljohnstonia gypsophila
Marshalljohnstonia gypsophila can be found in the western United States, from California to Utah.
Marshalljohnstonia gypsophila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Marshalljohnstonia gypsophila?
Marshalljohnstonia gypsophila
What type of plant is Marshalljohnstonia gypsophila?
Herbaceous perennial
Where does Marshalljohnstonia gypsophila grow?
India
Species in the Marshalljohnstonia 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,