Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hypoleuca
ID:
12320

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


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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.

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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 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-11129: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.