Status:
valid
Authors:
Cabrera
Source:
gcc
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Revista Mus. La Plata, Secc. Bot. 12: 125 (fig. 30) (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044208
Common Names
- Floribunda Gochnatia
- Floribunda Plantain
- Gochnatia floribunda
Description
Gochnatia floribunda (also called Many-flowered Gochnatia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to South America and is typically found in dry, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gochnatia floribunda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gochnatia floribunda has yellow flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single stem with two cotyledons and a pair of true leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gochnatia floribunda is an evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring and summer months. It is also susceptible to pests and diseases, so it should be monitored for signs of infestation.
Where to Find Gochnatia floribunda
Gochnatia floribunda is found in the Andes mountains of South America.
Gochnatia floribunda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gochnatia floribunda?
Gochnatia floribunda
What is the common name of Gochnatia floribunda?
Many-flowered Gochnatia
What is the natural habitat of Gochnatia floribunda?
Grasslands, meadows and pastures
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,