Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts v. 123. (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135130
Common Names
- Nardophyllum chiliotrichoides
- Chiliotrichoides Nardophyllum
- Chiliotrichoides Nardophyllum
Description
Nardophyllum chiliotrichoides (also called 'Chilean Nardophyllum', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with yellow flowers and a low-growing, spreading habit. It is native to Chile, and grows in moist, sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Nardophyllum chiliotrichoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions, respiratory issues, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nardophyllum chiliotrichoides is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small achene, while the seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nardophyllum chiliotrichoides can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in spring or summer for best results.
Where to Find Nardophyllum chiliotrichoides
Nardophyllum chiliotrichoides is native to South America and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands. It is available for purchase from online nurseries and garden centers.
Nardophyllum chiliotrichoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nardophyllum chiliotrichoides?
Nardophyllum chiliotrichoides
What is the common name of Nardophyllum chiliotrichoides?
Chiliotrichoides Cottonrose
What is the natural habitat of Nardophyllum chiliotrichoides?
Nardophyllum chiliotrichoides is found in grasslands and meadows in Europe and Asia.
Species in the Nardophyllum 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,