Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Rémy
Source:
gcc
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
Fl. Chil. 3(3): 356 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006035
Common Names
- Triptilion gibbosum
- Gibbosum's Triptilion
- Gibbosum Triptilion
Description
Triptilion gibbosum (also called 'Gibbous Triptilion', among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a hairy stem and leaves, with bright yellow flowers. It is usually found in dry, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Triptilion gibbosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Triptilion gibbosum has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Triptilion gibbosum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Triptilion gibbosum
Triptilion gibbosum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Triptilion gibbosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Triptilion gibbosum?
Triptilion gibbosum
What are the common uses of Triptilion gibbosum?
Triptilion gibbosum is used as an ornamental plant.
What is the growth rate of Triptilion gibbosum?
The growth rate of Triptilion gibbosum is slow to moderate.
Species in the Triptilion 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,