Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gypsophila
ID:
71032

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.M.Powell & B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Sida 6(4): 319 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070361



Common Names

  • Gypsophila Sartwellia
  • Gypsum Sartwellia
  • Gypsum-loving Sartwellia


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Description

Sartwellia gypsophila (also called Gypsum Sartwellia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky soils and in crevices of limestone cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Sartwellia gypsophila is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is drought-tolerant and has a long flowering period, from summer to early winter. It is also used as a windbreak or as a hedge.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sartwellia gypsophila is a small, yellow daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sartwellia gypsophila is a perennial herbaceous plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Sartwellia gypsophila

Sartwellia gypsophila is native to North America. It can be found in moist, grassy areas at elevations between 0 and 1,000 meters.

Sartwellia gypsophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sartwellia gypsophila?

Sartwellia gypsophila

What is the common name of Sartwellia gypsophila?

Gypsum sartwellia

What is the family of Sartwellia gypsophila?

Asteraceae

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-27164: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
Albert Michael Powell (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.Powell' in the authors string.