Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
githago
ID:
525180

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Species Plantarum 2 1753

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524512



Common Names

  • Corn Cockle
  • Githago Corn Cockle
  • Agrostemma


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Description

Agrostemma githago (also called Corn Cockle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to Europe and Asia. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Agrostemma githago is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Agrostemma githago are white, with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with white, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agrostemma githago is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Prune back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Agrostemma githago

Agrostemma githago can be found in tropical forests in Central and South America.

Agrostemma githago FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agrostemma githago?

Agrostemma githago

What is the natural habitat of Agrostemma githago?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region

What is the flower color of Agrostemma githago?

The flowers are white with pink centers

Species in the Agrostemma genus

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

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