Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
boliviensis
ID:
25770

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Anderb. & S.E.Freire) M.O.Dillon & Sagást.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Arnaldoa 10(1): 52 (2003).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025099



Common Names

  • Bolivian Cudweed
  • Bolivian Everlasting
  • Bolivian Gamochaeta


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Description

Gamochaeta boliviensis (also called Bolivian everlasting, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils. It is found in areas of Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Uses & Benefits

Gamochaeta boliviensis is a flowering plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gamochaeta boliviensis is yellow with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, dark brown and has a diameter of 1 mm. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gamochaeta boliviensis is a perennial plant that is best propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in the spring and thinned as they grow. Once established, the plant will self-seed and spread quickly.

Where to Find Gamochaeta boliviensis

Gamochaeta boliviensis is native to Bolivia and Peru. It can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open grasslands, scrub, and steppe.

Gamochaeta boliviensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gamochaeta boliviensis?

Gamochaeta boliviensis

What is the family of Gamochaeta boliviensis?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Gamochaeta boliviensis?

Bolivian Cudweed

Species in the Gamochaeta genus

Gamochaeta valparadisea, Gamochaeta standleyi, Gamochaeta simplicicaulis, Gamochaeta nigrevestis, Gamochaeta berteroana, Gamochaeta serpyllifolia, Gamochaeta neuquensis, Gamochaeta villarroelii, Gamochaeta suffruticosa, Gamochaeta filaginea, Gamochaeta chionesthes, Gamochaeta humilis, Gamochaeta depilata, Gamochaeta oreophila, Gamochaeta boliviensis, Gamochaeta platensis, Gamochaeta rizzinii, Gamochaeta argyrinea, Gamochaeta argentina, Gamochaeta stachydifolia, Gamochaeta calviceps, Gamochaeta andina, Gamochaeta antarctica, Gamochaeta simplicaulis, Gamochaeta ambatensis, Gamochaeta lulioana, Gamochaeta grazielae, Gamochaeta chamissonis, Gamochaeta ustulata, Gamochaeta nivalis, Gamochaeta girardiana, Gamochaeta axillaris, Gamochaeta badillana, Gamochaeta andinum, Gamochaeta camaquaensis, Gamochaeta aliena, Gamochaeta meridensis, Gamochaeta falcata, Gamochaeta purpurea, Gamochaeta diffusa, Gamochaeta monticola, Gamochaeta stagnalis, Gamochaeta erecta, Gamochaeta malvinensis, Gamochaeta sphacelata, Gamochaeta polybotrya, Gamochaeta americana, Gamochaeta thouarsii, Gamochaeta capitata, Gamochaeta coarctata,

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-124246: Based on the initial data import
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Susana Edith Freire (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.E.Freire' in the authors string.
Abundio Sagástegui Alva (1932-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sagást.' in the authors string.
Michael Dillon (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.O.Dillon' in the authors string.