Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oaxacana
ID:
124116

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greenm.) Rydb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 34(2): 160 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123445



Common Names

  • Gymnolaena
  • Oaxacana
  • Oaxacan Gymnolaena


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Synonyms

  • Dyssodia oaxacana Greenm. [unknown]

Description

Gymnolaena oaxacana (also called Oaxaca Gymnolaena, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are linear and serrated. It grows in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnolaena oaxacana is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gymnolaena oaxacana is yellow and daisy-like with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and dark brown, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnolaena oaxacana is a perennial herb with a short taproot. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and slightly acidic. The seedlings should be thinned out to about 10 cm apart. The plant should be watered regularly and mulched to retain moisture. Fertilizer should be applied in the spring.

Where to Find Gymnolaena oaxacana

Gymnolaena oaxacana is native to Oaxaca, Mexico. It can be found in the wild in this region.

Gymnolaena oaxacana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnolaena oaxacana?

Gymnolaena oaxacana

What is the common name of Gymnolaena oaxacana?

Oaxacan gymnolaena

What type of plant is Gymnolaena oaxacana?

Perennial herb

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-84587: Based on the initial data import
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.