Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gayana
ID:
10386

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Chev.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Exploration Botanique de l'Afrique Occidentale Francaise ... 369 1920

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009715



Common Names

  • Blainvillea gayana
  • Blainvillea
  • Gayana


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Description

Blainvillea gayana (also called Gayana's blainvillea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central America. It grows to a height of about 1.5 meters and has white flowers. It is found in open meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Blainvillea gayana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blainvillea gayana is a bright yellow daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blainvillea gayana is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and seed should be sown in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Blainvillea gayana

Blainvillea gayana is native to South America and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Blainvillea gayana FAQ

What is Blainvillea gayana's growth habit?

Blainvillea gayana is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows in clumps.

What is the typical flowering period for Blainvillea gayana?

Blainvillea gayana typically flowers from late spring to early summer.

What is the typical height of Blainvillea gayana?

Blainvillea gayana typically grows to a height of 10-30 cm.

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