Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
espinosae
ID:
139876

Status:
valid

Authors:
Acevedo

Source:
gcc

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Nac. Hist. Nat. Santiago de Chile 24: 82 (figs. 1-2). 1949

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139205



Common Names

  • Espinosa's Gutierrezia
  • Gutierrezia Espinosa
  • Gutierrezia Espinosae


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Description

Gutierrezia espinosae (also called 'Spiny Snakeweed', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has small, yellow flowers and spiny, needle-like leaves. It grows in dry areas, often in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Gutierrezia espinosae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have calming effects. It is also used as a ground cover and to stabilize slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Gutierrezia espinosae flower is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings are small and green, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gutierrezia espinosae is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a sterile potting mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Gutierrezia espinosae

Gutierrezia espinosae is native to Mexico and can be found in the highlands of central and southern Mexico.

Gutierrezia espinosae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gutierrezia espinosae?

Gutierrezia espinosae

What is the natural habitat of Gutierrezia espinosae?

Grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands

What is the flowering season of Gutierrezia espinosae?

Summer

Species in the Gutierrezia genus

Gutierrezia sphaerocephala, Gutierrezia isernii, Gutierrezia microcephala, Gutierrezia argyrocarpa, Gutierrezia dunalii, Gutierrezia resinosa, Gutierrezia megalocephala, Gutierrezia grandis, Gutierrezia repens, Gutierrezia spathulata, Gutierrezia ramulosa, Gutierrezia petradoria, Gutierrezia sarothrae, Gutierrezia solbrigii, Gutierrezia arizonica, Gutierrezia baccharoides, Gutierrezia wrightii, Gutierrezia pomariensis, Gutierrezia conoidea, Gutierrezia neaeana, Gutierrezia mandonii, Gutierrezia spathulata, Gutierrezia alamanii, Gutierrezia californica, Gutierrezia taltalensis, Gutierrezia serotina, Gutierrezia sericocarpa, Gutierrezia neaeana, Gutierrezia texana, Gutierrezia gilliesii, Gutierrezia gayana, Gutierrezia espinosae, Gutierrezia elegans, Gutierrezia mendocina, Gutierrezia chubutensis, Gutierrezia tortosae,

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 version 1.0, record: gcc-136597: Originally associated with wfo-0000037846
The Plant List version 1.1, record: gcc-136597: Originally associated with wfo-0000037846
Rebeca Acevedo (1902-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Acevedo' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:115006-2: Based on the initial data import