Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
santurbanensis
ID:
72437

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 8: 156 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071766



Common Names

  • Paragynoxys santurbanensis
  • Santurban Paragynoxys
  • Santurban Mountain Daisy


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Description

Paragynoxys santurbanensis (also called Santurbán gypsyweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a single stem and yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean and is found in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Paragynoxys santurbanensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paragynoxys santurbanensis is yellow, with a single yellow seed in the center. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color. The seeds are small and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paragynoxys santurbanensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring, as they require a period of cold stratification. The seeds should be sown in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. Water regularly until the plants are established. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Paragynoxys santurbanensis

Paragynoxys santurbanensis is native to Colombia and can be found in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.

Paragynoxys santurbanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paragynoxys santurbanensis?

Paragynoxys santurbanensis

What is the natural habitat of Paragynoxys santurbanensis?

It is found in the Andes mountain range of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

What is the flowering period of Paragynoxys santurbanensis?

It flowers from late spring to early summer.

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-28528: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.