Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
platensis
ID:
26169

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cabrera) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 9: 376 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025498



Common Names

  • Gamochaeta Platensis
  • Plains Cudweed
  • Plains Gamochaeta


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Description

Gamochaeta platensis (also called Platense Cudweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows to a height of 0.3-0.5 m, with a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It has small white flowers that bloom in summer and autumn. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gamochaeta platensis is used as a medicinal herb to treat digestive and urinary tract disorders. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a fertilizer for plants.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gamochaeta platensis is a yellow-orange disc floret with a white center. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a white stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gamochaeta platensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is resistant to most pests and diseases.

Where to Find Gamochaeta platensis

Gamochaeta platensis is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky areas, often on hillsides. It is also found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and trails.

Gamochaeta platensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gamochaeta platensis?

Gamochaeta platensis

What is the common name of Gamochaeta platensis?

Plains Cudweed

Where is Gamochaeta platensis found?

Gamochaeta platensis is found in South America.

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,

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