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
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.
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 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,