Status:
valid
Authors:
(M.Gray) J.M.Ward & Breitw.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 41(4): 609 (2003) (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018763
Common Names
- Argyrotegium fordianum
- Ford's Argyrotegium
- Ford's Silverbush
Synonyms
- Gnaphalium fordianum M.Gray [unknown]
- Euchiton fordianus (M.Gray) P.S.Short [unknown]
Description
Argyrotegium fordianum (also called Ford's Argyrotegium, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It prefers dry, rocky soils and is often found in coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Argyrotegium fordianum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Argyrotegium fordianum has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Argyrotegium fordianum is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. It can be divided in spring or fall to propagate.
Where to Find Argyrotegium fordianum
Argyrotegium fordianum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in parts of North Africa, the Middle East, and the Canary Islands.
Argyrotegium fordianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argyrotegium fordianum?
Argyrotegium fordianum
What is the common name of Argyrotegium fordianum?
Ford's Argyrotegium
What type of plant is Argyrotegium fordianum?
Perennial herb
Species in the Argyrotegium 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,
References
Ilse Breitwieser: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Breitw.' in the authors string.
Josephine M. Ward: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Ward' in the authors string.