Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
gilioides
ID:
527196

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) A.D.Grant & V.E.Grant

Source:
cmp

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Aliso 3: 105 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526528

Common Names

  • Allophyllum gilioides
  • Gilioides Allophyllum
  • Gilioides Allophyllum Fern

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Synonyms

  • Microsteris gilioides (Greene) Davidson & Moxley [unknown]
  • Collomia gilioides Benth. [unknown]
  • Gilia divaricata volcanica Brand [unknown]
  • Gilia gilioides (Benth.) Greene [unknown]
  • Gilia gilioides greeneana Brand [unknown]
  • Gilia gilioides ianthina Jeps. & Hoover [unknown]
  • Gilia gilioides volcanica (Brand) Jeps. & Hoover [unknown]
  • Gilia gilioides volcanica (Brand) H.Mason & A.D.Grant [unknown]
  • Navarretia gilioides (Benth.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Allophyllum gilioides gilioides [unknown]
  • Gilia gilioides benthamiana Brand [unknown]

Description

Allophyllum gilioides (also called Gilia-like Allophyllum, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with white or pink flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in grassland, scrubland, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Allophyllum gilioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cold and cough.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Allophyllum gilioides sub. violaceum (A.Heller) A.G.Day

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White or pinkish flowers in spike-like clusters. Seed: Small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. Seedlings: Oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allophyllum gilioides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9.

Where to Find Allophyllum gilioides

Allophyllum gilioides can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Allophyllum gilioides FAQ

What is the common name of Allophyllum gilioides?

Gilioides

What is the natural range of Allophyllum gilioides?

Western North America

What is the typical height of Allophyllum gilioides?

Up to 3 feet

Species in the Polemoniaceae family

Acanthogilia gloriosa, Aliciella caespitosa, Aliciella formosa, Aliciella haydenii, Aliciella heterostyla, Aliciella humillima, Aliciella hutchinsifolia, Aliciella latifolia, Aliciella leptomeria, Aliciella lottiae, Aliciella mcvickerae, Aliciella micromeria, Aliciella nyensis, Aliciella pentstemonoides, Aliciella pinnatifida, Aliciella ripleyi, Aliciella sedifolia, Aliciella stenothyrsa, Aliciella subacaulis, Aliciella subnuda, Aliciella tenuis, Aliciella triodon, Aliciella monoensis, Aliciella cliffordii, Allophyllum divaricatum, Allophyllum gilioides, Allophyllum glutinosum, Allophyllum integrifolium, Allophyllum nemophilophyllum, Bonplandia geminiflora, Bonplandia linearis, Bryantiella palmeri, Cantua dendritica, Cantua mediamnis, Cantua volcanica, Cantua alutacea, Cantua bicolor, Cantua buxifolia, Cantua candelilla, Cantua coerulea, Cantua cordata, Cantua cuzcoensis, Cantua flexuosa, Cantua glutinosa, Cantua hibrida, Cantua longifolia, Cantua megapotamica, Cantua ovata, Cantua pyrifolia, Cantua quercifolia,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2629202: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Alva Day Grant (b.1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.D.Grant' in the authors string.
Verne Grant (1917-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.E.Grant' in the authors string.