Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
selliana
ID:
694748

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reiche

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 29: 117 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694081



Common Names

  • Gamocarpha selliana
  • Sell's Gamocarpha
  • Gamocarpha Sell's


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Synonyms

  • Gamocarpha patagonica Speg. [unknown]
  • Gamocarpha selliana multicaulis Dusén [unknown]
  • Gamocarpha selliana selliana [unknown]

Description

Gamocarpha selliana (also called Sell's Carpha, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height and has a spreading canopy. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, glossy green, and measure up to 5 cm in length. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gamocarpha selliana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a windbreak, for soil stabilization, and to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gamocarpha selliana are small, white, and tubular. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gamocarpha selliana is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in areas with low rainfall. It is also tolerant of frost and can be grown in areas with cold winters. It can be propagated by division or by cuttings.

Where to Find Gamocarpha selliana

Gamocarpha selliana can be found in South Africa.

Gamocarpha selliana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gamocarpha selliana?

Gamocarpha selliana

What is the family of Gamocarpha selliana?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Gamocarpha selliana?

Woolly Thistle

Species in the Calyceraceae family

Acicarpha bonariensis, Acicarpha obtusisepala, Acicarpha procumbens, Acicarpha runcinata, Acicarpha tribuloides, Boopis andicola, Boopis anthemoides, Boopis australis, Boopis breviscapa, Boopis bupleuroides, Boopis castillonii, Boopis chubutensis, Boopis filifolia, Boopis gracilis, Boopis graminea, Boopis itatiaiae, Boopis juergensii, Boopis multicaulis, Boopis patagonica, Boopis pusilla, Boopis raffaellii, Boopis pterocalyx, Boopis necronensis, Calycera balsamitifolia, Calycera boopidea, Calycera calcitrapa, Calycera crassifolia, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera herbacea, Calycera horrida, Calycera lanata, Calycera leucanthema, Calycera pulvinata, Calycera sessiliflora, Calycera sympaganthera, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera leucanthema, Gamocarpha alpina, Gamocarpha angustifolia, Gamocarpha dentata, Gamocarpha gilliesii, Gamocarpha ligulata, Gamocarpha polycephala, Gamocarpha selliana, Moschopsis caleopuensis, Moschopsis leyboldi, Moschopsis monocephala, Moschopsis rosulata, Moschopsis subandina, Moschopsis trilobata,

References