Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
30932

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 43(2): 255 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030261



Common Names

  • Gutenbergia
  • Downy Gutenbergia
  • Pubescens


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Synonyms

  • Gutenbergia cuprophila P.A.Duvign. [unknown]
  • Ethulia pubescens S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Gutenbergia pubescens (also called Downy Gutenbergia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It is native to South America and is found in wet montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Gutenbergia pubescens is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gutenbergia pubescens is a small, white, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gutenbergia pubescens is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Gutenbergia pubescens

Gutenbergia pubescens can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain and Portugal.

Gutenbergia pubescens FAQ

What are the common uses of Gutenbergia pubescens?

Gutenbergia pubescens is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and for its timber.

What is the natural habitat of Gutenbergia pubescens?

Gutenbergia pubescens is native to the Andes Mountains in South America.

What is the scientific classification of Gutenbergia pubescens?

Gutenbergia pubescens belongs to the family Asteraceae and the genus Gutenbergia.

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-129255: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.