Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
leucopilina
ID:
69330

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 11(1): 81 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068659



Common Names

  • Omalotheca leucopilina
  • White-haired Omalotheca
  • White-pilose Omalotheca


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium leucopilinum Schott & Kotschy ex Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Omalotheca leucopilina (also called White-haired Omalotheca, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has small, white flowers and grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Omalotheca leucopilina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate drought.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Omalotheca leucopilina is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Omalotheca leucopilina is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division of the rootstock should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Omalotheca leucopilina

Omalotheca leucopilina is found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain and Portugal.

Omalotheca leucopilina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Omalotheca leucopilina?

Omalotheca leucopilina

What type of plant is Omalotheca leucopilina?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Omalotheca leucopilina found?

It is found in South Africa

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

Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:235187-1: Based on the initial data import