Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
graminifolia
ID:
132791

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
gcc

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 4(16): 150, t. 368, f. 1 (ed. (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132120

Common Names

  • Werneria graminifolia
  • Grass-Leaved Werneria
  • Grass-Leafed Werneria

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Synonyms

  • Oresigonia parviflora Willd. ex Rockh. [unknown]
  • Werneria nubigena graminifolia (Kunth) Wedd. [unknown]

Description

Werneria graminifolia (also called Grass-leaved Werneria, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a sprawling habit and its stems are covered with short hairs. It grows in moist soils in open grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Werneria graminifolia is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control. Its leaves can be used as a tea and have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Werneria graminifolia has small, yellow flowers with brown centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped and the seedlings have a rosette of hairy leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Werneria graminifolia can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions.

Where to Find Werneria graminifolia

Werneria graminifolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as hillsides and rocky slopes.

Werneria graminifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Werneria graminifolia?

Werneria graminifolia

What is the common name of Werneria graminifolia?

Grass-leaved Werneria

What is the natural habitat of Werneria graminifolia?

Grasslands and disturbed areas

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,