Gnaphalium keriense
Family: Asteraceae or Compositae
What it is like
Gnaphalium keriense is a ANNUAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Height (m): 0.2
Where it is found
Lowland to montane streamsides between latitudes 35 and 45°south on North and South Islands.
New Zealand.
Conservation Status:
Countries/locations it is found in
How it is used
Food
Rating: 0
Medicine
Rating: 1
The plant is antiphlogistic. It is applied as a poultice to bruises etc.
Antiphlogistic: Reduces inflammation.
Other
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How it is grown
We have almost no information on this species but one report says that it would probably be successful in Britain if grown in moist ground. Some authorities list the plant as Anaphalis keriensis. It is likely to require a well-drained soil in a sunny position.
Propagating it: Seed - sow late spring in situ and only just cover the seed.
Best place to grow: Cultivated Beds;
Habit: Annual
Hardiness:
Growth:
Soil: Light (sandy), medium
Shade: Semi-shade, no shade
Moisture: Dry, moist