Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
angosturae
ID:
12354

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 8: 154 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011683



Common Names

  • Paragynoxys
  • Angosturae
  • Paragynoxys angosturae


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Description

Paragynoxys angosturae (also called Angostura paragynoxys, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It has a stout stem, and its leaves are oblong-lanceolate, with a serrated margin. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Paragynoxys angosturae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paragynoxys angosturae has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paragynoxys angosturae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11.

Where to Find Paragynoxys angosturae

Paragynoxys angosturae is native to Argentina and can be found in the Chaco biome.

Paragynoxys angosturae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paragynoxys angosturae?

Paragynoxys angosturae

What are the common names of Paragynoxys angosturae?

Angostura Daisy

What is the native range of Paragynoxys angosturae?

South America

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-11132: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.