Gochnatia arequipensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arequipensis
ID:
137012
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sandwith
Source:
gcc
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1934: 100 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136341
Common Names
- Gochnatia arequipensis
- Pampas Grass
- Silver Feather
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Gochnatia iserniana Cuatrec. [unknown]
Description
Gochnatia arequipensis (also called Arequipa Gochnatia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It has deeply lobed leaves and white daisy-like flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Gochnatia arequipensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gochnatia arequipensis has small, white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gochnatia arequipensis is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Gochnatia arequipensis
Gochnatia arequipensis can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.
Gochnatia arequipensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gochnatia arequipensis?
Gochnatia arequipensis
What is the common name of Gochnatia arequipensis?
Arequipa Gochnatia
Where does Gochnatia arequipensis grow?
It is native to Peru
Species in the Gochnatia genus
Gochnatia angustifolia, Gochnatia sagrana, Gochnatia hypoleuca, Gochnatia rotundifolia, Gochnatia hiriartiana, Gochnatia boliviana, Gochnatia barrosoae, Gochnatia purpusii, Gochnatia floribunda, Gochnatia gardneri, Gochnatia vernonioides, Gochnatia angustifolia, Gochnatia paucifloscula, Gochnatia lucida, Gochnatia glutinosa, Gochnatia foliolosa, Gochnatia masiana, Gochnatia smithii, Gochnatia magna, Gochnatia haumaniana, Gochnatia cardenasii, Gochnatia curviflora, Gochnatia avicenniifolia, Gochnatia patazina, Gochnatia cratensis, Gochnatia palosanto, Gochnatia vargasii, Gochnatia arequipensis, Gochnatia picardiae, Gochnatia peruviana,
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-97054: Based on the initial data import
Noel Yvri Sandwith (1901-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sandwith' in the authors string.