Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glanduliferus
ID:
28936

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 15: 26. 1879 [1 Oct 1879]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028265



Common Names

  • Glandular Oxylobus
  • Glandular Oxylobus Bush
  • Glandular Oxylobus Shrub


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Synonyms

  • Oxylobus glanduliferus glanduliferus [unknown]
  • Ageratum glanduliferum Sch.Bip. ex Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Oxylobus glanduliferus (Sch.Bip. ex Hemsl.) A.Gray ex Klatt [unknown]

Description

Oxylobus glanduliferus (also called 'Glandular Oxylobus', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats, and has yellow flowers with a single row of ray florets and a yellow center. The leaves are ovate and have a toothed margin.

Uses & Benefits

Oxylobus glanduliferus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of food for livestock, and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxylobus glanduliferus is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxylobus glanduliferus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate dry conditions, but will need regular watering during periods of drought. It is best to fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Deadheading the flowers will help to promote further blooming.

Where to Find Oxylobus glanduliferus

Oxylobus glanduliferus is native to the Alps of Austria, France, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland. It can be found in alpine meadows and grasslands at elevations of 1,500-2,500 m.

Oxylobus glanduliferus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxylobus glanduliferus?

Oxylobus glanduliferus

What is the common name of Oxylobus glanduliferus?

Glandular-leaved Oxylobus

What type of plant is Oxylobus glanduliferus?

Herbaceous perennial

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-127317: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.