Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) Cabrera
Source:
gcc
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Blumea 14 1966 [16 Feb 1966]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030066
Common Names
- Gunn's Solenogyne
- Gunn's Sand-spurrey
- Solenogyne Gunnii
Description
Solenogyne gunnii (also called 'Gunn's Solenogyne', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small, yellow flowers. It typically grows in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Solenogyne gunnii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Solenogyne gunnii is yellow and daisy-like. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are short and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Solenogyne gunnii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It should be grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage re-blooming.
Where to Find Solenogyne gunnii
Solenogyne gunnii can be found in the Caucasus Mountains, Turkey, and Iran.
Solenogyne gunnii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Solenogyne gunnii?
Solenogyne gunnii
What type of plant is Solenogyne gunnii?
Herb
Where is Solenogyne gunnii native to?
Australia
Species in the Solenogyne genus
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,