Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
huachamacari
ID:
99084

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire

Source:
gcc

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 8: 159 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000098413



Common Names

  • Huachamacari Gongylolepis
  • Huachamacari Flower
  • Huachamacari Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Gongylolepis huachamacari huachamacari [unknown]
  • Gongylolepis huachamacari neblinensis Maguire & Wurdack [unknown]

Description

Gongylolepis huachamacari (also called Gongylolepis huachamacari, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and its leaves are covered in fine hairs. It grows in wet, open areas, such as meadows, marshes, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Gongylolepis huachamacari is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gongylolepis huachamacari has small white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gongylolepis huachamacari is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is best to water it deeply and infrequently to avoid overwatering. It is also important to fertilize the plant regularly to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Gongylolepis huachamacari

Gongylolepis huachamacari can be found in Peru.

Gongylolepis huachamacari FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gongylolepis huachamacari?

Gongylolepis huachamacari

What is the common name of Gongylolepis huachamacari?

Huachamacari Daisy

Where is Gongylolepis huachamacari found?

It is found in the tropical forests of 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-5491: Based on the initial data import
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.