Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sorataensis
ID:
74169

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 27, n.° 2: 12 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073498



Common Names

  • Sorata Gynoxys
  • Sorata False Sunflower
  • False Sunflower


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Description

Gynoxys sorataensis (also called Sorata Gynoxys, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae. It is native to Bolivia, and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is a perennial herb with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Gynoxys sorataensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gynoxys sorataensis is a yellow-orange, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynoxys sorataensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings from the plant and root them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Gynoxys sorataensis

Gynoxys sorataensis is native to the Andes Mountains and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is also found in parts of Bolivia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Gynoxys sorataensis FAQ

How much sunlight does Gynoxys sorataensis need?

Gynoxys sorataensis needs full sun to partial shade to thrive.

How much water does Gynoxys sorataensis need?

Gynoxys sorataensis needs moist soil and regular watering to thrive.

What is the best soil type for Gynoxys sorataensis?

Gynoxys sorataensis prefers well-drained, loamy soil with a pH of 6-7.

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-30242: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.