Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
venezuelae
ID:
37736

Status:
valid

Authors:
(V.M.Badillo) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 8: 156 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037065



Common Names

  • Paragynoxys Venezuelae
  • Venezuelan Paragynoxys
  • Venezuelan Ironweed


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Synonyms

  • Cacalia venezuelae V.M.Badillo [unknown]
  • Senecio venezuelae (V.M.Badillo) Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Paragynoxys venezuelae (also called Venezuelan Paragynoxys, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in dry, sunny fields and is characterized by its ovate leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Paragynoxys venezuelae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paragynoxys venezuelae is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center and yellow rays. The seed is a small, black, oval seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paragynoxys venezuelae is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Paragynoxys venezuelae

Paragynoxys venezuelae is native to Venezuela and can be found in moist, open woodlands and grasslands.

Paragynoxys venezuelae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paragynoxys venezuelae?

Paragynoxys venezuelae

What is the family of Paragynoxys venezuelae?

Asteraceae

Where is Paragynoxys venezuelae found?

It is found in Venezuela.

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-135843: Based on the initial data import
Víctor Manuel Badillo (1920-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.M.Badillo' in the authors string.
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.