Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alternifolia
ID:
131215

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Rusby

Source:
gcc

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club 6: 67 (-68) (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130544



Common Names

  • Alternifolia Gynoxys
  • Gynoxys Alternifolia
  • Gynoxys


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Description

Gynoxys alternifolia (also called Silverleaf, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It has silvery-green leaves and produces yellow flowers. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils in open woods and prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Gynoxys alternifolia is used as a medicinal plant and for its ornamental value. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gynoxys alternifolia are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynoxys alternifolia is a perennial wildflower native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. The soil should be well-drained and slightly acidic. It is best to sow the seeds in the fall, and they will germinate in the spring. Once established, the plants will need little care and will spread slowly over time.

Where to Find Gynoxys alternifolia

Gynoxys alternifolia can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America, including Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.

Gynoxys alternifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynoxys alternifolia?

Gynoxys alternifolia

What is the common name of Gynoxys alternifolia?

Alternate-Leaved Gynoxys

What is the natural habitat of Gynoxys alternifolia?

Dry, open woods, prairies, and roadsides

Species in the Gynoxys genus

Gynoxys chimborazensis, Gynoxys trianae, Gynoxys stuebelii, Gynoxys callacallana, Gynoxys pachyphylla, Gynoxys henrici, Gynoxys miniphylla, Gynoxys infralanata, Gynoxys woytkowslxii, Gynoxys cutervensis, Gynoxys nitida, Gynoxys apollinaris, Gynoxys ferreyrae, Gynoxys leiotheca, Gynoxys capituliparva, Gynoxys tablaensis, Gynoxys fuliginosa, Gynoxys chagalensis, Gynoxys longifolia, Gynoxys florulenta, Gynoxys colanensis, Gynoxys pendula, Gynoxys vacana, Gynoxys oleifolia, Gynoxys dilloniana, Gynoxys pillahuatensis, Gynoxys weberbaueri, Gynoxys subhirsuta, Gynoxys cruzensis, Gynoxys induta, Gynoxys paramuna, Gynoxys psilophylla, Gynoxys venulosa, Gynoxys calyculisolvens, Gynoxys rimbachii, Gynoxys rusbyi, Gynoxys malcabalensis, Gynoxys chimborazensis, Gynoxys mandonii, Gynoxys foliosa, Gynoxys congestiflora, Gynoxys marcapatana, Gynoxys cochabambensis, Gynoxys frontinoensis, Gynoxys cuicochensis, Gynoxys tolimensis, Gynoxys huasahuasis, Gynoxys sancti-antonii, Gynoxys corazonensis, Gynoxys poggeana,

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

Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.