Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cogn.) C.Jeffrey
Source:
cmp
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 15: 353 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000702072
Common Names
- Lobed Gerrardanthus
- Lobatus Gerrardanthus
- Lobatus False Foxglove
Synonyms
- Gerrardanthus grandiflorus lobatus Cogn. [unknown]
Description
Gerrardanthus lobatus (also called Lobed Gerrardanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. It is found in moist to wet habitats, such as swamps, bogs, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Gerrardanthus lobatus is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gerrardanthus lobatus has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gerrardanthus lobatus is a perennial plant that is native to the eastern United States. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-9 and prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and the plants should be spaced 12-18 inches apart. The soil should be well-drained and kept moist. Fertilize the plants in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Gerrardanthus lobatus
Gerrardanthus lobatus can be found in South Africa.
Gerrardanthus lobatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gerrardanthus lobatus?
Gerrardanthus lobatus
What type of plant is Gerrardanthus lobatus?
Herbaceous perennial
What is the natural habitat of Gerrardanthus lobatus?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Gerrardanthus genus
Species in the Cucurbitaceae family
Abobra tenuifolia,
Acanthosicyos horridus,
Actinostemma lobatum,
Actinostemma parvifolium,
Actinostemma tenerum,
Alsomitra macrocarpa,
Ampelosicyos humblotii,
Ampelosicyos major,
Ampelosicyos meridionalis,
Ampelosicyos scandens,
Ampelosicyos bosseri,
Ampelosicyos leandrii,
Ampelosycios meridionalis,
Ampelosycios scandens,
Apodanthera anatuyana,
Apodanthera argentea,
Apodanthera aspera,
Apodanthera biflora,
Apodanthera bradei,
Apodanthera cinerea,
Apodanthera eriocalyx,
Apodanthera fasciculata,
Apodanthera ferreyrana,
Apodanthera glaziovii,
Apodanthera hindii,
Apodanthera hirtella,
Apodanthera laciniosa,
Apodanthera linearis,
Apodanthera mandonii,
Apodanthera mathewsii,
Apodanthera palmeri,
Apodanthera sagittifolia,
Apodanthera smilacifolia,
Apodanthera succulenta,
Apodanthera tumbeziana,
Apodanthera ulei,
Apodanthera undulata,
Apodanthera villosa,
Apodanthera weberbaueri,
Apodanthera longipedicellata,
Austrobryonia argillicola,
Austrobryonia centralis,
Austrobryonia micrantha,
Austrobryonia pilbarensis,
Baijiania borneensis,
Baijiania taiwaniana,
Baijiania decipiens,
Baijiania smitinandii,
Bambekea racemosa,
Bayabusua clarkei,