Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 23: 306 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131077
Common Names
- Grazielia Multifida
- Many-Forked Grazielia
- Many-Forked Daisy
Synonyms
- Eupatorium multifidum DC. [unknown]
- Dimorpholepis multifida (DC.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
Description
Grazielia multifida (also called 'Graziela', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and a woody stem. It is found in dry, open areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.
Uses & Benefits
Grazielia multifida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a drought-tolerant groundcover. It is also used to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Grazielia multifida is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a single central disc and multiple ray florets. The seed is a small, black seed with a rough surface. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with two opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Grazielia multifida is a perennial herb that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings taken in early spring.
Where to Find Grazielia multifida
Grazielia multifida is native to South America and can be found in open grasslands and savannas.
Grazielia multifida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Grazielia multifida?
Grazielia multifida
What type of plant is Grazielia multifida?
A shrub
Where is Grazielia multifida found?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America
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,