Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
roupalifolia
ID:
2349

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 21: 303~ fig. 35 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001678



Common Names

  • Guayania roupalifolia
  • Roupalifolia Guayania
  • Roupalifolia False Guayania


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Description

Guayania roupalifolia (also called Guayania, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Guayania roupalifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guayania roupalifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guayania roupalifolia is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Guayania roupalifolia

Guayania roupalifolia is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Guayania roupalifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guayania roupalifolia?

Guayania roupalifolia

What type of plant is Guayania roupalifolia?

Herb

Where is Guayania roupalifolia found?

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-101620: Based on the initial data import
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.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.