Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bong.) D.J.N.Hind
Source:
gcc
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 48(2): 285 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129976
Common Names
- Graphistylis Dichroa
- Pale Everlasting
- Silver Everlasting
Synonyms
- Senecio dichrous Sch.Bip. [unknown]
- Cacalia dichroa Bong. [unknown]
Description
Graphistylis dichroa (also called False Dichroa, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Asia. It grows to a height of 3-5 feet and has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in open forests, grasslands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Graphistylis dichroa is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Graphistylis dichroa has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small achene, about 1-2 mm long, with a white pappus. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Graphistylis dichroa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring and can take up to three months to germinate.
Where to Find Graphistylis dichroa
Graphistylis dichroa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sandy soils.
Graphistylis dichroa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Graphistylis dichroa?
Graphistylis dichroa
What is the family of Graphistylis dichroa?
Asteraceae
What is the habitat of Graphistylis dichroa?
Open grasslands and rocky slopes
Species in the Graphistylis 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,