Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
sclerocephalus
ID:
713409

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Decne.) Dahlgren & Thulin

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 59: 233 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712742



Common Names

  • Gymnocarpos sclerocephalus
  • Sclerocephalus Silver Carpet
  • Sclerocephalus Silver-Carpet


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Synonyms

  • Paronychia sclerocephala Decne. [unknown]
  • Sclerocephalus aucheri Walp. [unknown]
  • Sclerocephalus arabicus Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Gymnocarpos sclerocephalus (also called hard-headed boxthorn, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 3 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia, and is widely naturalized elsewhere. It grows in dry open habitats, such as scrub, woodland, and grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnocarpos sclerocephalus has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnocarpos sclerocephalus has white or pink flowers, with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnocarpos sclerocephalus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be pruned to shape in late winter or early spring.

Where to Find Gymnocarpos sclerocephalus

Gymnocarpos sclerocephalus can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Gymnocarpos sclerocephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnocarpos sclerocephalus?

Gymnocarpos sclerocephalus

What is the common name of Gymnocarpos sclerocephalus?

Hard-headed Gymnocarpos

What is the growth habit of Gymnocarpos sclerocephalus?

It is a low-growing, clump-forming perennial with small, silver-grey leaves.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2835902: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
Bror Eric Dahlgren (1877-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dahlgren' in the authors string.