Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
asterotricha
ID:
87138

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 34: 529 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086467



Common Names

  • Gynoxys asterotricha
  • Star-Fruit Daisy
  • Star-Fruit Groundsel


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Description

Gynoxys asterotricha (also called Aster-Leaved Gynoxys, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It has white flowers with yellow centers, and its leaves are arranged in a rosette. It is found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Gynoxys asterotricha is a drought-tolerant plant that can be used as a ground cover in dry areas. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gynoxys asterotricha is a yellow daisy-like flower with white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a small rosette of leaves with a single stem and a single flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynoxys asterotricha is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is hardy to USDA zone 8 and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Gynoxys asterotricha

Gynoxys asterotricha is native to the Andes Mountains in South America and can be found in rocky areas at elevations of up to 4,000 meters.

Gynoxys asterotricha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynoxys asterotricha?

Gynoxys asterotricha

What is the common name of Gynoxys asterotricha?

Asterotricha

What is the family of Gynoxys asterotricha?

Asteraceae

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,

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