Status:
valid
Authors:
Veldkamp
Source:
gcc
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Blumea 35(2): 476 (1991) (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114208
Common Names
- Refract Glossocardia
- Refract Cottonweed
- Refract Cotton-grass
Description
Glossocardia refracta (also called Glossy-leaved Cardamine, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with small white flowers. It grows in dry and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Glossocardia refracta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Glossocardia refracta is a small, white flower with a single pistil and five stamens. The seed is a small, round, white seed. The seedling is a small, round, white seedling with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glossocardia refracta is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°F. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Glossocardia refracta
Glossocardia refracta is found in North America, from Alaska to California, and east to the Great Lakes region. It is commonly found in meadows and pastures.
Glossocardia refracta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glossocardia refracta?
Glossocardia refracta
What is the common name of Glossocardia refracta?
Refracted Glossocardia
What is the habitat of Glossocardia refracta?
Glossocardia refracta is found in dry, sandy or rocky soils in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Species in the Glossocardia genus
Glossocardia calva,
Glossocardia alorensis,
Glossocardia integrifolia,
Glossocardia smithii,
Glossocardia bosvallia,
Glossocardia tridentata,
Glossocardia condorensis,
Glossocardia josephinae,
Glossocardia orthochaeta,
Glossocardia refracta,
Glossocardia leschenaultii,
Glossocardia bidens,
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,