Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platyphylla
ID:
119986

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 5(6): 91 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119315

Common Names

  • Guardiola Platyphylla
  • Giant Leatherleaf
  • Giant Leatherleaf Shrub

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Description

Guardiola platyphylla (also called Broad-leaved Guardiola, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Guardiola platyphylla is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source and for its ability to help with soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guardiola platyphylla is a yellow daisy-like flower, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guardiola platyphylla is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and the divided clumps should be planted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Guardiola platyphylla

Guardiola platyphylla can be found in the Canary Islands.

Guardiola platyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guardiola platyphylla?

Guardiola platyphylla

What is the common name of Guardiola platyphylla?

Broad-leaved Guardiola

What is the natural habitat of Guardiola platyphylla?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico

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-80610: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.