Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cygnata
ID:
85391

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Díaz & A.Correa

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 26(100): 343 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084720



Common Names

  • Gynoxys Cygnata
  • Swallow-Wort
  • Swallow-Tailed Gynoxys


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Description

Gynoxys cygnata (also called 'Tassel-flower', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes mountains of South America. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats at high elevations, and has long, narrow leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Gynoxys cygnata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties, and can be used to treat skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gynoxys cygnata is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynoxys cygnata is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can also be divided in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Gynoxys cygnata

Gynoxys cygnata can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.

Gynoxys cygnata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynoxys cygnata?

Gynoxys cygnata

What is the common name of Gynoxys cygnata?

Swallow-winged Gynoxys

What is the natural habitat of Gynoxys cygnata?

Dry, rocky hillsides

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-41154: Based on the initial data import
Santiago Díaz Piedrahita (1944-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Díaz' in the authors string.
Alejandra Correa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Correa' in the authors string.