Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
boliviana
ID:
28215

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 22: 651 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027544



Common Names

  • Gochnatia
  • Bolivian Groundsel
  • Bolivian Ragwort


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Description

Gochnatia boliviana (also called Bolivian Gochnatia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It has white flowers and grows in moist, grassy habitats. It can be found in the mountains of Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Uses & Benefits

Gochnatia boliviana is used to make a tea that can be used as a natural remedy for digestive problems, headaches, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gochnatia boliviana is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, black, and has a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are green, with long, thin stems and pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gochnatia boliviana is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels. Propagation can be done by dividing the root clumps or by sowing seeds in spring or fall.

Where to Find Gochnatia boliviana

Gochnatia boliviana can be found in South America, particularly in the country of Bolivia.

Gochnatia boliviana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gochnatia boliviana?

Gochnatia boliviana

What is the common name of Gochnatia boliviana?

Bolivian Gochnatia

What is the natural habitat of Gochnatia boliviana?

It is found in dry, rocky, and sandy habitats

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-126620: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.