Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
spiciformis
ID:
127830

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip.) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 9: 381 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127159

Common Names

  • Cudweed
  • Spike Cudweed
  • Spiked Everlasting

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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium mucronatum Phil. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium peteroanum Phil. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium affine medium Speg. [unknown]
  • Gamochaeta spiciformis spiciformis [unknown]
  • Gamochaeta peteroana (Phil.) Anderb. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium purpureum mucronatum (Phil.) Skottsb. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium spiciforme Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Gamochaeta spiciformis (also called Spiked Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, toothed leaves and small, pink flowers. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas such as mountains and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Gamochaeta spiciformis is a plant used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems and respiratory issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gamochaeta spiciformis is yellow, with a diameter of 0.5-1 cm. The seed is small, dark brown, and oblong. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gamochaeta spiciformis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun but will need more frequent watering. It can be propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to a year to germinate. Division is the preferred method of propagation.

Where to Find Gamochaeta spiciformis

Gamochaeta spiciformis is native to the Americas, from the southern United States to northern Argentina.

Gamochaeta spiciformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gamochaeta spiciformis?

Gamochaeta spiciformis

What is the common name of Gamochaeta spiciformis?

Spike cudweed

What is the growth habit of Gamochaeta spiciformis?

It is an annual herb

Species in the Gamochaeta genus

Gamochaeta valparadisea, Gamochaeta standleyi, Gamochaeta simplicicaulis, Gamochaeta nigrevestis, Gamochaeta berteroana, Gamochaeta serpyllifolia, Gamochaeta neuquensis, Gamochaeta villarroelii, Gamochaeta suffruticosa, Gamochaeta filaginea, Gamochaeta chionesthes, Gamochaeta humilis, Gamochaeta depilata, Gamochaeta oreophila, Gamochaeta boliviensis, Gamochaeta platensis, Gamochaeta rizzinii, Gamochaeta argyrinea, Gamochaeta argentina, Gamochaeta stachydifolia, Gamochaeta calviceps, Gamochaeta andina, Gamochaeta antarctica, Gamochaeta simplicaulis, Gamochaeta ambatensis, Gamochaeta lulioana, Gamochaeta grazielae, Gamochaeta chamissonis, Gamochaeta ustulata, Gamochaeta nivalis, Gamochaeta girardiana, Gamochaeta axillaris, Gamochaeta badillana, Gamochaeta andinum, Gamochaeta camaquaensis, Gamochaeta aliena, Gamochaeta meridensis, Gamochaeta falcata, Gamochaeta purpurea, Gamochaeta diffusa, Gamochaeta monticola, Gamochaeta stagnalis, Gamochaeta erecta, Gamochaeta malvinensis, Gamochaeta sphacelata, Gamochaeta polybotrya, Gamochaeta americana, Gamochaeta thouarsii, Gamochaeta capitata, Gamochaeta coarctata,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-88167: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.