Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
decurrens
ID:
1319629

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) E.E.Schill. & Panero

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 167(3):327 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332083



Common Names

  • Gonzalezia decurrens
  • Decurrens Gonzalezia
  • Decurrens's Gonzalezia


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Description

Gonzalezia decurrens (also called Gonzalezia decurrens, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Mexico. This species is found in open, disturbed areas and grasslands at elevations of 1,200–2,400 m.

Uses & Benefits

Gonzalezia decurrens is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gonzalezia decurrens is yellow and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green, with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gonzalezia decurrens is an evergreen shrub that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Gonzalezia decurrens

Gonzalezia decurrens is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero and Oaxaca.

Gonzalezia decurrens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gonzalezia decurrens?

Gonzalezia decurrens

What is the common name of Gonzalezia decurrens?

Decurrent Gonzalezia

How much light does Gonzalezia decurrens need?

Full sun to partial shade

Species in the Gonzalezia 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

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
José L. Panero (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Panero' in the authors string.
Edward E. Schilling (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.E.Schill.' in the authors string.