Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
barrosoae
ID:
38689

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Notas Mus. La Plata, Bot. 15: 46. 1950

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038018

Common Names

  • Barrosoae Gochnatia
  • Barrosoae Snakeweed
  • Barrosoae Broomweed

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Description

Gochnatia barrosoae (also called 'Barroso's Gochnatia' and 'Barroso's Cottonweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has a woody stem and grows up to two feet high. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white and clustered. It grows in moist soils, usually in open woods or along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Gochnatia barrosoae is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gochnatia barrosoae has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have two sets of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gochnatia barrosoae is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring in a warm, bright spot. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Gochnatia barrosoae

Gochnatia barrosoae can be found in Brazil, particularly in the states of Minas Gerais and Rio de Janeiro.

Gochnatia barrosoae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gochnatia barrosoae?

Gochnatia barrosoae

What is the common name of Gochnatia barrosoae?

Barroso's Gochnatia

What type of plant is Gochnatia barrosoae?

Perennial herb

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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