Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
biolettii
ID:
130195

Status:
valid

Authors:
Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 104: 147 (1991), nom. nov., w (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129524



Common Names

  • Biolet's Cudweed
  • False Everlasting
  • False Gnaphalium


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium bicolor Bioletti [unknown]

Description

Pseudognaphalium biolettii (also called Biolet's Cudweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a tall stem and grows to a height of about 1.5 meters. Its leaves are lanceolate, serrated and have a white midrib. This plant is commonly found in dry habitats such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudognaphalium biolettii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudognaphalium biolettii is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a tuft of white hairs at the tip of the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudognaphalium biolettii is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or by division of established plants. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Sow the seeds in spring or early summer and thin the seedlings to about 10 cm apart. The plants will flower in late summer and can be cut back after flowering to encourage new growth. Propagation can also be done by division of established plants.

Where to Find Pseudognaphalium biolettii

Pseudognaphalium biolettii is found in the Mediterranean region of Eurasia.

Pseudognaphalium biolettii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudognaphalium biolettii?

Pseudognaphalium biolettii

What type of plant is Pseudognaphalium biolettii?

Pseudognaphalium biolettii is a flowering plant

Where does Pseudognaphalium biolettii grow?

Pseudognaphalium biolettii is native to South America

Species in the Pseudognaphalium genus

Pseudognaphalium gaudichaudianum, Pseudognaphalium perelegans, Pseudognaphalium thermale, Pseudognaphalium purpurascens, Pseudognaphalium rucillense, Pseudognaphalium henricksonii, Pseudognaphalium oligandrum, Pseudognaphalium attenuatum, Pseudognaphalium petitianum, Pseudognaphalium marrum, Pseudognaphalium melanosphaeroides, Pseudognaphalium californicum, Pseudognaphalium priscum, Pseudognaphalium microcephalum, Pseudognaphalium lanuginosum, Pseudognaphalium helleri, Pseudognaphalium vira-vira, Pseudognaphalium mcvaughii, Pseudognaphalium stereovirens, Pseudognaphalium petasatum, Pseudognaphalium altimiranum, Pseudognaphalium hypoleucum, Pseudognaphalium gayanum, Pseudognaphalium undulatum, Pseudognaphalium hermaphroditicum, Pseudognaphalium illapelinum, Pseudognaphalium viscosum, Pseudognaphalium gypsophillum, Pseudognaphalium rhodarum, Pseudognaphalium elegans, Pseudognaphalium pellitum, Pseudognaphalium selleanum, Pseudognaphalium roseum, Pseudognaphalium affine, Pseudognaphalium domingense, Pseudognaphalium conoideum, Pseudognaphalium richardianum, Pseudognaphalium frigidum, Pseudognaphalium macounii, Pseudognaphalium stramineum, Pseudognaphalium ramosissimum, Pseudognaphalium arizonicum, Pseudognaphalium alatocaule, Pseudognaphalium antennarioides, Pseudognaphalium villarreali, Pseudognaphalium cheiranthifolium, Pseudognaphalium micradenium, Pseudognaphalium pacificum, Pseudognaphalium semilanatum, Pseudognaphalium elegans,

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-90452: Based on the initial data import
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.