Status:
valid
Authors:
Muschl.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 50(2-3, Beibl. 111): 89 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023956
Common Names
- Gynoxys Oleifolia
- Olive-Leaved Gynoxys
- Gynoxys
Description
Gynoxys oleifolia (also called Oleifolia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial with a woody base and a single stem that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the Andes Mountains in South America and is found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Gynoxys oleifolia is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a hedge plant, and as a cut flower. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gynoxys oleifolia is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gynoxys oleifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. Deadheading the flowers will help to promote more blooms. It is also beneficial to cut back the plant in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Gynoxys oleifolia
Gynoxys oleifolia is found in the Andes Mountains of South America.
Gynoxys oleifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gynoxys oleifolia?
Gynoxys oleifolia
What is the common name of Gynoxys oleifolia?
Olive-leaved Hawkweed
What is the natural habitat of Gynoxys oleifolia?
Grassy slopes and meadows
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,