Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
loxensis
ID:
81055

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake & Steyerm.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 29: 261 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080384



Common Names

  • Loxensis
  • Guevaria
  • Guevaria Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Piqueria loxensis S.F.Blake & Steyerm. [unknown]

Description

Guevaria loxensis (also called Loxensis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows in dry, open woodlands and has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Guevaria loxensis is used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders, as a dye for fabrics, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Guevaria loxensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, brown and have a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guevaria loxensis is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Australia and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist.

Where to Find Guevaria loxensis

Guevaria loxensis can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.

Guevaria loxensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guevaria loxensis?

Guevaria loxensis

What are the common names of Guevaria loxensis?

Common names for Guevaria loxensis include Guevaria, Loxensis, and Silverbush

What is the natural habitat of Guevaria loxensis?

Guevaria loxensis is native to South America and is commonly found in dry, rocky habitats.

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-36951: 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.
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.