Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
magna
ID:
91428

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.C.Johnst. ex Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Revista Mus. La Plata, Secc. Bot. 12(66): 147. 1971

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090757

Common Names

  • Gochnatia magna
  • Bigflower Knapweed
  • Giant Knapweed

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Description

Gochnatia magna (also called great gochnatia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with small, white flower heads that is native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Gochnatia magna is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves can be used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gochnatia magna has white flowers, with a diameter of 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gochnatia magna is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Gochnatia magna

Gochnatia magna is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Gochnatia magna FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gochnatia magna?

Gochnatia magna

What type of plant is Gochnatia magna?

Gochnatia magna is a perennial herb

Where is Gochnatia magna found?

Gochnatia magna is found in South America

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-47040: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
Marshall Conring Johnston (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.C.Johnst.' in the authors string.