Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
wurdackii
ID:
132356

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 52: 310 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131685



Common Names

  • Wurdackii Ascidiogyne
  • Ascidiogyne Wurdackii
  • Wurdackii Sea Squirt


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Description

Ascidiogyne wurdackii (also called Wurdack's Ascidiogyne, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base and a single stem. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in wet, marshy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ascidiogyne wurdackii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ascidiogyne wurdackii is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ascidiogyne wurdackii is a tropical plant that is propagated by division. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It should be grown in full sun to partial shade and requires regular watering. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Ascidiogyne wurdackii

Ascidiogyne wurdackii is a species of flowering plant in the aster family. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in southeastern Brazil, where it is found in the states of Espírito Santo and Minas Gerais.

Ascidiogyne wurdackii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ascidiogyne wurdackii?

Ascidiogyne wurdackii

What is the common name of Ascidiogyne wurdackii?

Wurdack's Ascidiogyne

What is the natural habitat of Ascidiogyne wurdackii?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrubland in the Andes of Peru and Bolivia

Species in the Ascidiogyne 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-92550: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.