Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
chilensis
ID:
130496

Status:
valid

Authors:
Deble

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Balduinia 6: 28 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129825



Common Names

  • Gamochaeta chilensis
  • Chilean Cudweed
  • Gamochaeta


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium foliosum Phil. [unknown]
  • Gamochaeta foliosa Anderb. [unknown]

Description

Gamochaeta chilensis (also called Chilean cudweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small, white, daisy-like flowers and grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gamochaeta chilensis has been used for its medicinal properties, as an ornamental plant, and as a soil conditioner.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gamochaeta chilensis is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gamochaeta chilensis can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. The plants can be divided in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted immediately in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Gamochaeta chilensis

Gamochaeta chilensis is native to Chile and can be found in the Andes Mountains of the country.

Gamochaeta chilensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gamochaeta chilensis?

Gamochaeta chilensis

What is the common name of Gamochaeta chilensis?

Chilean cudweed

What is the habitat of Gamochaeta chilensis?

It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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