Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
costaricensis
ID:
130535

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kuntze) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 24: 388 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129864



Common Names

  • Costa Rican Gongrostylus
  • Costa Rican Star-Grass
  • Costa Rican Star-Rush


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium costaricense Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Gongrostylus costaricensis (also called Costa Rican Gongrostylus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central America. It typically grows up to 1.5 m tall and has small, yellow flowers. It is found in wet forests and along streams in Costa Rica and Panama.

Uses & Benefits

Gongrostylus costaricensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gongrostylus costaricensis is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin with multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gongrostylus costaricensis is a shrub that is native to Costa Rica and Panama. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist until germination. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to take cuttings from semi-hardwood stems and root them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Gongrostylus costaricensis

Gongrostylus costaricensis is native to Costa Rica and can be found in the rainforests of the country.

Gongrostylus costaricensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gongrostylus costaricensis?

Gongrostylus costaricensis

What is the common name of Gongrostylus costaricensis?

Costa Rican Gongrostylus

What is the natural habitat of Gongrostylus costaricensis?

Dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes

Species in the Gongrostylus genus

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-90785: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.