Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gracillimum
ID:
68516

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hilliard

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Fl. S. Afr. 33(7:2): 33 (1983) (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067845



Common Names

  • Vellereophyton gracillimum
  • Graceful Vellereophyton
  • Graceful Groundsel


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Description

Vellereophyton gracillimum (also called Graceful Vellereophyton, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in temperate grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vellereophyton gracillimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vellereophyton gracillimum is yellow and has a daisy-like shape. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vellereophyton gracillimum is a perennial plant that is propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Vellereophyton gracillimum

Vellereophyton gracillimum is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, open habitats such as woodlands and savannas. It is most commonly found in the countries of Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa.

Vellereophyton gracillimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vellereophyton gracillimum?

Vellereophyton gracillimum

What is the family of Vellereophyton gracillimum?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Vellereophyton gracillimum?

Grasslands

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-24706: Based on the initial data import
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.