Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gascae
ID:
38735

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 30: 220 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038064



Common Names

  • Gasca's Aristeguietia
  • Gasca's Guaco
  • Gasca's Liane


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Description

Aristeguietia gascae (also called Gasca's guayacan, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Colombia, and is found in dry grassland and rocky hillsides. It is a small shrub with yellow flowers and dark green, leathery leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Aristeguietia gascae is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and digestive issues. It also has edible fruits that can be used as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aristeguietia gascae has small, yellow flowers with a white center and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and green with thin stems and small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aristeguietia gascae is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Aristeguietia gascae

Aristeguietia gascae can be found in South America.

Aristeguietia gascae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aristeguietia gascae?

Aristeguietia gascae

What is the growth rate of Aristeguietia gascae?

Aristeguietia gascae has a slow to moderate growth rate.

What is the hardiness zone of Aristeguietia gascae?

Aristeguietia gascae is hardy in USDA zones 8-10.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-136803: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.