Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
domingensis
ID:
74507

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Notes Compositae : 100 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073836



Common Names

  • Gundlachia
  • Domingo Gundlachia
  • Domingensis


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Synonyms

  • Chrysoma domingensis (Spreng.) Greene [unknown]
  • Solidago domingensis DC. [unknown]
  • Solidago domingensis A.Gray [unknown]
  • Solidago lindeniana A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Gundlachia lindeniana Urb. [unknown]
  • Gundlachia domingensis domingensis [unknown]
  • Chrysoma domingensis domingensis [unknown]
  • Gundlachia domingensis lindeniana Urb. [unknown]
  • Solidago domingensis Spreng. [unknown]
  • Gundlachia floribunda Urb. [unknown]

Description

Gundlachia domingensis (also called Gundlach's Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to the Caribbean and prefers moist, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gundlachia domingensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gundlachia domingensis has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gundlachia domingensis is a short-lived perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil in a sunny location. For division, the plant should be divided in the spring or fall and replanted in a well-draining soil. Once established, this plant requires minimal care and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Gundlachia domingensis

Gundlachia domingensis is native to the Caribbean. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Gundlachia domingensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gundlachia domingensis?

Gundlachia domingensis

What type of plant is Gundlachia domingensis?

Perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Gundlachia domingensis?

Open woodlands and grasslands

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-3058: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.