Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
artemisifolia
ID:
93305

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 21: 23 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092634

Common Names

  • Gyptis artemisifolia
  • Artemisia Gyptis
  • Artemisia

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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium artemisifolium Griseb. [unknown]

Description

Gyptis artemisifolia (also called Artemisia Gyptis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Africa. It has a woody stem and its leaves are lanceolate and serrated. It grows in dry and sunny areas, such as grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Gyptis artemisifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gyptis artemisifolia has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gyptis artemisifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun and is drought tolerant. It can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Gyptis artemisifolia

Gyptis artemisifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Gyptis artemisifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gyptis artemisifolia?

Gyptis artemisifolia

What is the natural habitat of Gyptis artemisifolia?

Grasslands and meadows in the Mediterranean region

What is the blooming season of Gyptis artemisifolia?

April to June

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

August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:116038-2: Based on the initial data import