Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gigantea
ID:
61043

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rusby

Source:
gcc

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 54: 312 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060372



Common Names

  • Gigantea Munnozia
  • Munnozia Daisy
  • Gigantea Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Liabum giganteum Rusby [unknown]

Description

Munnozia gigantea (also called Munnozia gigantea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers and lanceolate leaves. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Munnozia gigantea is used as a medicinal plant to treat skin ailments and wounds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Munnozia gigantea has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, black, and glossy. Its seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Munnozia gigantea is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Propagation is best done by taking semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Munnozia gigantea

Munnozia gigantea is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Munnozia gigantea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Munnozia gigantea?

Munnozia gigantea

What is the family of Munnozia gigantea?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Munnozia gigantea?

Grasslands and disturbed areas

Species in the Munnozia genus

Munnozia silphioides, Munnozia harlingii, Munnozia chimboracensis, Munnozia peruensis, Munnozia olearioides, Munnozia rusbyi, Munnozia annua, Munnozia maronii, Munnozia liaboides, Munnozia tenera, Munnozia convencionensis, Munnozia longifolia, Munnozia venosissima, Munnozia nivea, Munnozia subviridis, Munnozia trinervis, Munnozia lanceolata, Munnozia gigantea, Munnozia sagasteguii, Munnozia canarensis, Munnozia karstenii, Munnozia oxyphylla, Munnozia asplundii, Munnozia fosbergii, Munnozia acostae, Munnozia hirta, Munnozia pinnulosa, Munnozia hastifolia, Munnozia glandulosa, Munnozia fournetii, Munnozia cardenasii, Munnozia smithii, Munnozia senecionidis, Munnozia pinnatipartitum, Munnozia jussieui, Munnozia wilburii, Munnozia lyrata, Munnozia affinis, Munnozia foliosa, Munnozia luyensis, Munnozia ortiziae, Munnozia pinnatipartita, Munnozia onoserifolia,

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-17427: Based on the initial data import
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.