Status:
valid
Authors:
Cass. ex R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
178 1821
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000056612
Common Names
- Gyptis pinnatifida
- Sea Lavender
- Sea-Lavender
Synonyms
- Eupatorium subplumosum D.Don ex Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
- Eupatorium erodiifolium erodiifolium [unknown]
- Gyptis pinnatifida pinnatifida [unknown]
- Eupatorium ceratophyllum Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
- Eupatorium erodiifolium DC. [unknown]
Description
Gyptis pinnatifida (also called Pin-leaf Gyptis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and its leaves are deeply lobed. It typically grows in sunny, dry areas.
Uses & Benefits
Gyptis pinnatifida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in bouquets. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gyptis pinnatifida has small white flowers that are clustered together in a head-like structure. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Atriplex sorianoi is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate salty soils.
Where to Find Gyptis pinnatifida
Gyptis pinnatifida is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.
Gyptis pinnatifida FAQ
What type of plant is Gyptis pinnatifida?
Gyptis pinnatifida is a species of shrub in the family Asteraceae.
Where is Gyptis pinnatifida found?
Gyptis pinnatifida is native to Mexico and Guatemala.
What are the characteristics of Gyptis pinnatifida?
Gyptis pinnatifida is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It has pinnate leaves and produces yellow flowers.
Species in the Gyptis genus
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,