Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sch.Bip. ex Baker) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 23(3): 306. 1972
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090312
Common Names
- Soft Grazielia
- Mollis Grazielia
- Soft-leaved Grazielia
Synonyms
- Heterolaena mollissima Sch.Bip. ex Baker [unknown]
- Dimorpholepis mollissima (Baker) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
Description
Grazielia mollissima (also called Soft Grazielia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Grazielia mollissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in areas where other plants cannot grow. The plant is also used to make herbal teas and infusions that can help reduce inflammation and improve digestion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Grazielia mollissima is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Grazielia mollissima is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.
Where to Find Grazielia mollissima
Grazielia mollissima is native to South America and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.
Grazielia mollissima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Grazielia mollissima?
Grazielia mollissima
What is the common name of Grazielia mollissima?
Soft Grazielia
What is the family of Grazielia mollissima?
Asteraceae
Where is Grazielia mollissima found?
Southwestern United States, Mexico, Central America, and South America
What is the height of Grazielia mollissima?
10–50 cm
Species in the Grazielia genus
Grazielia mollicoma,
Grazielia gaudichaudeana,
Grazielia bishopii,
Grazielia intermedia,
Grazielia coriacea,
Grazielia brevipetiolata,
Grazielia dimorpholepis,
Grazielia mollissima,
Grazielia nummularia,
Grazielia serrata,
Grazielia schultzii,
Grazielia multifida,
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,