Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
708051

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 575 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000707384

Common Names

  • Gracilis Goodenia
  • Slender Goodenia
  • Slender Daisy Goodenia

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Synonyms

  • Goodenia semiteres Domin [unknown]

Description

Goodenia gracilis (also called Slender Goodenia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb or subshrub with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and grows in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Goodenia gracilis is a low-growing, spreading shrub with yellow flowers. It is often used as a ground cover in gardens, and its flowers attract bees and other beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Goodenia gracilis has yellow flowers with 5 petals and a prominent central stigma. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a white-green hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Goodenia gracilis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seed raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Goodenia gracilis

Goodenia gracilis is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Goodenia gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Goodenia gracilis?

Goodenia gracilis

What type of plant is Goodenia gracilis?

Goodenia gracilis is a species of flowering plant in the family Goodeniaceae.

Where is Goodenia gracilis found?

Goodenia gracilis is found in Australia.

Species in the Goodenia genus

Goodenia hartiana, Goodenia pedicellata, Goodenia corralina, Goodenia granitica, Goodenia jaurdiensis, Goodenia salina, Goodenia turleyae, Goodenia affinis, Goodenia albiflora, Goodenia amplexans, Goodenia anfracta, Goodenia angustifolia, Goodenia arachnoidea, Goodenia arenicola, Goodenia argillacea, Goodenia armitiana, Goodenia armstrongiana, Goodenia arthrotricha, Goodenia atriplexifolia, Goodenia azurea, Goodenia bellidifolia, Goodenia benthamiana, Goodenia berardiana, Goodenia berringbinensis, Goodenia bicolor, Goodenia blackiana, Goodenia brachypoda, Goodenia brunnea, Goodenia byrnesii, Goodenia caerulea, Goodenia calcarata, Goodenia cambodiana, Goodenia campestris, Goodenia centralis, Goodenia chambersii, Goodenia chthonocephala, Goodenia cirrifica, Goodenia claytoniacea, Goodenia concinna, Goodenia convexa, Goodenia coronopifolia, Goodenia corynocarpa, Goodenia crenata, Goodenia cusackiana, Goodenia cycloptera, Goodenia cylindrocarpa, Goodenia debilis, Goodenia decurrens, Goodenia decursiva, Goodenia delicata,

Species in the Goodeniaceae family

Anthotium humile, Anthotium junciforme, Anthotium odontophyllum, Anthotium rubriflorum, Brunonia australis, Coopernookia barbata, Coopernookia chisholmii, Coopernookia georgei, Coopernookia polygalacea, Coopernookia scabridiuscula, Coopernookia strophiolata, Crossotoma spinescens, Crossotoma oleoides, Dampiera adpressa, Dampiera alata, Dampiera altissima, Dampiera angulata, Dampiera anonyma, Dampiera atriplicina, Dampiera candicans, Dampiera carinata, Dampiera cervula, Dampiera cinerea, Dampiera conospermoides, Dampiera coronata, Dampiera decurrens, Dampiera deltoidea, Dampiera dentata, Dampiera discolor, Dampiera diversifolia, Dampiera dysantha, Dampiera eriantha, Dampiera eriocephala, Dampiera fasciculata, Dampiera ferruginea, Dampiera fitzgeraldensis, Dampiera fusca, Dampiera galbraithiana, Dampiera glabrescens, Dampiera haematotricha, Dampiera hederacea, Dampiera heteroptera, Dampiera incana, Dampiera juncea, Dampiera krauseana, Dampiera lanceolata, Dampiera latealata, Dampiera lavandulacea, Dampiera leptoclada, Dampiera lindleyi,

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