Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moritziana
ID:
61758

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 79 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061087



Common Names

  • Moritz's Gynoxys
  • Gynoxys
  • Gynoxys Moritziana


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Description

Gynoxys moritziana (also called Moritz's Gynoxys, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with yellow flowers. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Gynoxys moritziana is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It has bright yellow flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. It is also drought-tolerant and can be used as a ground cover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gynoxys moritziana is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynoxys moritziana is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated from seed or division of the root clumps.

Where to Find Gynoxys moritziana

Gynoxys moritziana is native to the Andes Mountains. It can be found in rocky slopes and alpine meadows.

Gynoxys moritziana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynoxys moritziana?

Gynoxys moritziana

What is the common name of Gynoxys moritziana?

Moritz's Starwort

What is the natural habitat of Gynoxys moritziana?

It is found in dry, rocky soils in the Andes of Peru and Bolivia

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-18112: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.