Townsendia gypsophila - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gypsophila
ID:
118342
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lowrey & P.J.Knight
Source:
gcc
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 46: 194, fig (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117671
Common Names
- Gypsophila Townsendia
- Gypsum Townsendia
- Gypsophila
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Townsendia gypsophila (also called 'Gypsum Townsend Daisy', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has pinkish-purple flowers and deeply-lobed leaves. It is found in dry, sandy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Townsendia gypsophila is a flowering plant native to North America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Townsendia gypsophila has white flowers with five petals and a single style. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Townsendia gypsophila is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. It can be divided in spring or autumn, and the seed can be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame.
Where to Find Townsendia gypsophila
Townsendia gypsophila is native to the western United States. It can be found in dry, sandy, or gravelly soils in open areas.
Townsendia gypsophila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Townsendia gypsophila?
Townsendia gypsophila
What is the common name of Townsendia gypsophila?
Gypsum Townsend Daisy
What type of plant is Townsendia gypsophila?
Asteraceae
Species in the Townsendia genus
Townsendia condensata, Townsendia jonesii, Townsendia formosa, Townsendia beamanii, Townsendia scapigera, Townsendia incana, Townsendia spathulata, Townsendia mexicana, Townsendia rothrockii, Townsendia mensana, Townsendia glabella, Townsendia hookeri, Townsendia strigosa, Townsendia eximia, Townsendia aprica, Townsendia lepotes, Townsendia smithii, Townsendia grandiflora, Townsendia annua, Townsendia texensis, Townsendia montana, Townsendia gypsophila, Townsendia microcephala, Townsendia fendleri, Townsendia parryi, Townsendia exscapa, Townsendia minima, Townsendia florifer, Townsendia goodrichii,
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-79028: Based on the initial data import
Timothy K. Lowrey (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowrey' in the authors string.
Paul J. Knight (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Knight' in the authors string.