Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steud.) Krapov.
Source:
tro
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Lilloa 19: 123 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001266470
Common Names
- Modiolastrum Gilliesii
- Gillies' Modiolastrum
- Gillies Modiolastrum
Description
Modiolastrum gilliesii (also called Gillies' Modiolastrum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It typically grows in dry, sandy, and stony soils, and is found in grasslands, scrublands, and wastelands.
Uses & Benefits
Modiolastrum gilliesii is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes, soaps, and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Modiolastrum gilliesii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Modiolastrum gilliesii is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade and can be grown in a variety of soils. It should be fertilized in spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Modiolastrum gilliesii
Modiolastrum gilliesii is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Modiolastrum gilliesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Modiolastrum gilliesii?
Modiolastrum gilliesii
What type of plant is Modiolastrum gilliesii?
Herb
Where does Modiolastrum gilliesii grow?
Mexico
Species in the Modiolastrum genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
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Abelmoschus magnificus,
Abelmoschus manihot,
Abelmoschus moschatus,
Abelmoschus muliensis,
Abelmoschus sagittifolius,
Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis,
Abroma augustum,
Abutilon abutiloides,
Abutilon affine,
Abutilon alii,
Abutilon amplum,
Abutilon andrewsianum,
Abutilon andrieuxii,
Abutilon anglosomaliae,
Abutilon angulatum,
Abutilon anodoides,
Abutilon appendiculatum,
Abutilon arenarium,
Abutilon arequipense,
Abutilon auritum,
Abutilon austroafricanum,
Abutilon badium,
Abutilon balansae,
Abutilon bastardioides,
Abutilon benedictum,
Abutilon berlandieri,
Abutilon bidentatum,
Abutilon bracteosum,
Abutilon buchii,
Abutilon burandtii,
Abutilon bussei,
Abutilon californicum,
Abutilon calliphyllum,
Abutilon carinatum,
Abutilon coahuilae,
Abutilon commutatum,
Abutilon cryptopetalum,
Abutilon cuspidatum,
Abutilon densiflorum,
Abutilon dinteri,
Abutilon dispermum,
Abutilon divaricatum,
Abutilon dugesii,
Abutilon durandoi,