Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 19: 57 (1883)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011649
Common Names
- Gochnatia
- Hypoleuca
- Hypoleuca Thistle
Description
Gochnatia hypoleuca (also called Whiteflower Gochnatia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has white flowers and grows in moist, grassy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gochnatia hypoleuca is used as an ornamental plant, as a windbreak, and as a source of firewood.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Gochnatia hypoleuca sub. obtusata (S.F.Blake) Cabrera
Gochnatia hypoleuca sub. hypoleuca
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gochnatia hypoleuca is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have multiple stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gochnatia hypoleuca is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in the spring or autumn when the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Gochnatia hypoleuca
Gochnatia hypoleuca is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
Gochnatia hypoleuca FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gochnatia hypoleuca?
Gochnatia hypoleuca
What is the common name of Gochnatia hypoleuca?
Pampas Grass
What type of plant is Gochnatia hypoleuca?
Grass
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,