Paragynoxys steyermarkii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
steyermarkii
ID:
52320
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cuatrec.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 40: 34 (-36) (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000051649
Common Names
- Paragynoxys
- Steyermarkii
- Paragynoxys steyermarkii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paragynoxys steyermarkii (also called Steyermark's gynoxys, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has white-green flowers and grows in wet mountain forests. It is found in the mountains of Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Uses & Benefits
Paragynoxys steyermarkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paragynoxys steyermarkii is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paragynoxys steyermarkii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes. It is best grown in well-drained, loamy soil in full sun. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Paragynoxys steyermarkii
Paragynoxys steyermarkii is native to South America and can be found in open woodlands, prairies, and disturbed areas.
Paragynoxys steyermarkii FAQ
What type of plant is Paragynoxys steyermarkii?
Paragynoxys steyermarkii is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.
Where is Paragynoxys steyermarkii found?
Paragynoxys steyermarkii is found in Venezuela.
What are the characteristics of Paragynoxys steyermarkii?
Paragynoxys steyermarkii is an herbaceous perennial with yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves.
Species in the Paragynoxys genus
Paragynoxys angosturae, Paragynoxys cuatrecasasii, Paragynoxys neodendroides, Paragynoxys regis, Paragynoxys martingrantii, Paragynoxys venezuelae, Paragynoxys steyermarkii, Paragynoxys meridana, Paragynoxys santurbanensis, Paragynoxys corei, Paragynoxys undatifolia, Paragynoxys magnifolia, Paragynoxys uribei,
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
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:182940-2: Based on the initial data import