Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
azuayensis
ID:
79442

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 8: 39 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078771



Common Names

  • Gynoxys
  • Azuay Cat's Ear
  • Azuay Hawkweed


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Description

Gynoxys azuayensis (also called Azuay guayusa, among many other common names) is a shrub in the daisy family. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Ecuador, and is found in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Gynoxys azuayensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating fever, pain, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gynoxys azuayensis is small, white, and tubular with five petals. The seed is small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynoxys azuayensis is a perennial herb that is easy to propagate from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in late summer. The seed should be sown in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted in spring. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Gynoxys azuayensis

Gynoxys azuayensis is native to Ecuador. It can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and woodlands.

Gynoxys azuayensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynoxys azuayensis?

Gynoxys azuayensis

What are the common names of Gynoxys azuayensis?

Azuayo, Azuayo de los Andes

What is the natural habitat of Gynoxys azuayensis?

Gynoxys azuayensis is native to Ecuador and is found in montane forests and grasslands.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-35363: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.