Status:
valid
Authors:
(Al-Shehbaz, Ed.Navarro & A.Cano) Sánchez Och. & Molinari
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Weberbauerella 1(6): 3 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344922
Description
Gongylis peruviana (also called Peruvian Gongylis, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, yellow flowers and long, thin leaves. It is native to Peru and grows in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Gongylis peruviana is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Gongylis peruviana is white or pinkish-white, with a yellow or orange center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gongylis peruviana is a shrub that is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Gongylis peruviana
Gongylis peruviana can be found in Peru.
Gongylis peruviana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gongylis peruviana?
Gongylis peruviana
What is the common name of Gongylis peruviana?
Peruvian Gongylis
Where does Gongylis peruviana grow?
It is native to Australia
Species in the Gongylis genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,
References
Eduardo Navarro: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ed.Navarro' in the authors string.