Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Bulletin de la Soci?t? Imp?riale des Naturalistes de Moscou 24(2) 1851
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083273
Common Names
- Argyroglottis turbinata
- Turbinate Argyroglottis
- Turbinate Orchid
Synonyms
- Helichrysum argyroglottis Benth. [unknown]
- Conanthodium drummondii A.Gray [unknown]
- Helichrysum turbinatum (Turcz.) C.A.Gardner [unknown]
Description
Argyroglottis turbinata (also called 'turbaned argyroglottis', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has large, glossy leaves and grows in moist, shady areas. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Argyroglottis turbinata is an ornamental plant that can be used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a groundcover and in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Argyroglottis turbinata is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a pappus. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Argyroglottis turbinata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions.
Where to Find Argyroglottis turbinata
Argyroglottis turbinata is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Argyroglottis turbinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argyroglottis turbinata?
Argyroglottis turbinata
What is the common name of Argyroglottis turbinata?
Turbinate Argyroglottis
What is the growth habit of Argyroglottis turbinata?
It is a small, herbaceous perennial with a clumping habit.
Species in the Argyroglottis genus
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,