Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
avicenniifolia
ID:
94394

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 8: 35 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093723



Common Names

  • Gochnatia Avicenniifolia
  • Avicennia Thistle
  • Bristly Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Baccharis avicenniifolia DC. [unknown]

Description

Gochnatia avicenniifolia (also called Small-flowered gochnatia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant that grows to a height of 10-30 cm. It is native to South America. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Gochnatia avicenniifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gochnatia avicenniifolia has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gochnatia avicenniifolia is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Gochnatia avicenniifolia

Gochnatia avicenniifolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is an endangered species in some countries.

Gochnatia avicenniifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gochnatia avicenniifolia?

Gochnatia avicenniifolia

Where does Gochnatia avicenniifolia grow?

Gochnatia avicenniifolia grows in the temperate regions of Asia.

What is the size of Gochnatia avicenniifolia?

Gochnatia avicenniifolia is a small shrub with a height of up to 1.5 meters.

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:111393-2: Based on the initial data import