Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longifolia
ID:
21788

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Bip. ex Wedd. Chlor. And. 1: 79. 1856 [1855 publ. 30 Jun 1856]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021117



Common Names

  • Long-leaved Gynoxys
  • Long-leaved Gynoxys
  • Long-leaved Gynoxys


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Synonyms

  • Senecio asclepiadeus DC. [unknown]
  • Cacalia asclepiadea L.f. [unknown]

Description

Gynoxys longifolia (also called Longleaf Gynoxys, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Gynoxys longifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. Its leaves are edible and can be used in salads. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gynoxys longifolia has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a rosette-like structure, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynoxys longifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is relatively easy to cultivate and can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Gynoxys longifolia

Gynoxys longifolia is native to the Andes mountains of South America and can be found in high-altitude areas.

Gynoxys longifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynoxys longifolia?

Gynoxys longifolia

What is the common name of Gynoxys longifolia?

Long-leaved Gynoxys

What is the natural habitat of Gynoxys longifolia?

Dry, rocky slopes in the western United States

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