Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myrtoides
ID:
132272

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17: 182 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131601



Common Names

  • Myrtle-leaf Gynoxys
  • Gynoxys Myrtoides
  • Myrtle-leaf Groundsel


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Description

Gynoxys myrtoides (also called Myrtle Gynoxys, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, and is found in humid and wet forests. It has yellow flowers, and its leaves are lanceolate and serrated.

Uses & Benefits

Gynoxys myrtoides is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gynoxys myrtoides has small, white flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. Its seeds are small, black and ovoid in shape. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynoxys myrtoides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Gynoxys myrtoides

Gynoxys myrtoides can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Gynoxys myrtoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynoxys myrtoides?

Gynoxys myrtoides

What is the common name of Gynoxys myrtoides?

Myrtle gynoxys

What is the natural habitat of Gynoxys myrtoides?

Gynoxys myrtoides is found in dry, rocky, and grassy areas of the Andes Mountains

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-92468: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Mattfeld (1895-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattf.' in the authors string.