Status:
valid
Authors:
Cuatrec.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 27: 1 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060295
Common Names
- Perbracteosa Gynoxys
- Perbracteosa Daisy
- Perbracteosa Fleabane
Description
Gynoxys perbracteosa (also called Perbracteosa Gynoxys, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, leathery leaves and yellow-green flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of up to 4000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Gynoxys perbracteosa is a shrub with many medicinal uses. It has been used to treat digestive problems, skin conditions, and respiratory issues. Its leaves can be used to make tea, and its flowers can be used to make a fragrant oil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Gynoxys perbracteosa are yellow and daisy-like, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and bushy.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gynoxys perbracteosa is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is the best method, as it will produce a more vigorous plant. To propagate from cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy plant and place it in a pot filled with moist potting soil. Keep the soil moist and in a warm location until the cutting has rooted. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into a larger pot or into the garden.
Where to Find Gynoxys perbracteosa
Gynoxys perbracteosa is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero and Oaxaca.
Gynoxys perbracteosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gynoxys perbracteosa?
Gynoxys perbracteosa
What is the common name of Gynoxys perbracteosa?
None
What is the natural habitat of Gynoxys perbracteosa?
It is found in dry, open areas in 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,