Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hutchisonii
ID:
69588

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob. & Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Novon 2: 414 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068917



Common Names

  • Gynoxys hutchisonii
  • Hutchison's Gynoxys
  • Hutchison's Cottonweed


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Description

Gynoxys hutchisonii (also called Hutchison's Gynoxys, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody base and a single stem. It has small, yellow flowers and is native to the Andes mountains in South America. It is found in open grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Gynoxys hutchisonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gynoxys hutchisonii has small yellow flowers with a single pistil and five stamens. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves at the base.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynoxys hutchisonii is a shrub native to Chile. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Gynoxys hutchisonii

Gynoxys hutchisonii is native to Peru and can be found in the Andes region.

Gynoxys hutchisonii FAQ

What are the common uses of Gynoxys hutchisonii?

Gynoxys hutchisonii is commonly used for medicinal purposes, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of food.

What is the optimal growing environment for Gynoxys hutchisonii?

Gynoxys hutchisonii prefers a warm, sunny environment with well-draining soil.

What are the main characteristics of Gynoxys hutchisonii?

Gynoxys hutchisonii is a perennial shrub with small, white flowers and dark green leaves.

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-25761: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.