Status:
valid
Authors:
Graham
Source:
gcc
Year:
1828
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh New Philosophical Journal Apr.-Sep. 1828 1828
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036210
Common Names
- Gracile Podolepis
- Podolepis gracilis
- Gracile Podolepis
Description
Podolepis gracilis (also called Slender Podolepis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and grows up to 40 cm tall. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Podolepis gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as an ingredient in herbal teas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Podolepis gracilis flower is yellow in color and has a tubular form. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings have a rosette form and are covered in small hairs.
Cultivation and Propagation
Podolepis gracilis is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Podolepis gracilis
Podolepis gracilis is native to Australia and can be found in dry, open woodlands.
Podolepis gracilis FAQ
What are the ideal growing conditions for Podolepis gracilis?
Podolepis gracilis prefers a warm, dry environment with bright, indirect sunlight. It should be watered regularly and kept in well-draining soil.
What type of soil is best for Podolepis gracilis?
Podolepis gracilis prefers a soil that is rich in organic matter and well-draining. A mixture of peat moss, perlite, and compost is ideal.
How often should Podolepis gracilis be watered?
Podolepis gracilis should be watered regularly, about once a week or when the soil is dry to the touch. It is important to avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot.
Species in the Podolepis genus
Podolepis longipedata,
Podolepis davisiana,
Podolepis monticola,
Podolepis microcephala,
Podolepis gracilis,
Podolepis capillaris,
Podolepis jaceoides,
Podolepis canescens,
Podolepis auriculata,
Podolepis gardneri,
Podolepis arachnoidea,
Podolepis hieracioides,
Podolepis robusta,
Podolepis rugata,
Podolepis nutans,
Podolepis neglecta,
Podolepis muelleri,
Podolepis lessonii,
Podolepis kendallii,
Podolepis tepperi,
Podolepis omissa,
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,