Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sch.Bip. ex Baker) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 21: 303 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077083
Common Names
- Guayania cerasifolia
- Cerasifolia Guayania
- Cerasifolia
Description
Guayania cerasifolia (also called 'Cherry guayania', 'Cherry guayania', 'Cherry guayania' among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem, lanceolate leaves, and small white flowers. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Guayania cerasifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Guayania cerasifolia is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Guayania cerasifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in spring or autumn. For division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist but well-draining soil.
Where to Find Guayania cerasifolia
Guayania cerasifolia is native to South America, from Colombia to Argentina. It is often found in open woods, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Guayania cerasifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Guayania cerasifolia?
Guayania cerasifolia
What are the common names of Guayania cerasifolia?
Cherry Guayania
What is the natural habitat of Guayania cerasifolia?
Guayania cerasifolia is native to South America and is found in moist forests and woodlands
Species in the Guayania genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
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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,