Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gandin
ID:
100460

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.Royen) Veldkamp

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Blumea 36(1): 172 (1991): (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000099789



Common Names

  • Gandin Papuacalia
  • Gandin Daisy
  • Gandin Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Senecio gandin P.Royen [unknown]

Description

Papuacalia gandin (also called Common Papuacalia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 1 m and has grey-green leaves. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in scrub and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Papuacalia gandin is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful flower and is known for its drought-tolerance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Papuacalia gandin has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Papuacalia gandin is a fast-growing, perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Papuacalia gandin

Papuacalia gandin can be found in New Guinea.

Papuacalia gandin FAQ

What is the scientific name of Papuacalia gandin?

Papuacalia gandin

What is the family of Papuacalia gandin?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Papuacalia gandin?

None

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-5656: Based on the initial data import
Jan Frederik Veldkamp (1941-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Veldkamp' in the authors string.
Pieter van Royen (1923-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Royen' in the authors string.