Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hispida
ID:
28295

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vatke) Wild

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Kirkia 9(2): 294 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027624

Common Names

  • Gyrodoma hispida
  • Hairy Gyrodoma
  • Rough Gyrodoma

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Synonyms

  • Matricaria hispida Vatke [unknown]
  • Brachyscome mossambicensis Oliv. & Hiern [unknown]
  • Bellis mossambicensis Klatt [unknown]
  • Brachyscome hispida Klatt [unknown]

Description

Gyrodoma hispida (also called 'Hispid Gyrodoma', among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and hispid leaves. It is native to South America and grows in mountain grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Gyrodoma hispida is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant. It has small white flowers and is known for its ability to attract butterflies. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gyrodoma hispida are yellow and daisy-like, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are covered in white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gyrodoma hispida is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Gyrodoma hispida

Gyrodoma hispida is native to the Andes mountains of South America.

Gyrodoma hispida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gyrodoma hispida?

Gyrodoma hispida

What type of plant is Gyrodoma hispida?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Gyrodoma hispida?

Grasslands, meadows, and pastures

Species in the Gyrodoma 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-12670: Based on the initial data import
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Vatke (1849-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vatke' in the authors string.