Gamocarpha angustifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
694733
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile 21: 379 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694066
Common Names
- Gamocarpha angustifolia
- Angustifolia Gamocarpha
- Gamocarpha Angustifolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gamocarpha angustifolia (also called Gamocarpha, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gamocarpha angustifolia is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gamocarpha angustifolia is a small, white flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gamocarpha angustifolia is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the stems and rooting them in moist soil. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slower process.
Where to Find Gamocarpha angustifolia
Gamocarpha angustifolia is native to the Andes Mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.
Gamocarpha angustifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gamocarpha angustifolia?
Gamocarpha angustifolia
What is the common name of Gamocarpha angustifolia?
Narrow-leaved Gamocarpha
What is the natural habitat of Gamocarpha angustifolia?
Dry, rocky hillsides and bushveld
Species in the Gamocarpha genus
Species in the Calyceraceae family
Acicarpha bonariensis, Acicarpha obtusisepala, Acicarpha procumbens, Acicarpha runcinata, Acicarpha tribuloides, Boopis andicola, Boopis anthemoides, Boopis australis, Boopis breviscapa, Boopis bupleuroides, Boopis castillonii, Boopis chubutensis, Boopis filifolia, Boopis gracilis, Boopis graminea, Boopis itatiaiae, Boopis juergensii, Boopis multicaulis, Boopis patagonica, Boopis pusilla, Boopis raffaellii, Boopis pterocalyx, Boopis necronensis, Calycera balsamitifolia, Calycera boopidea, Calycera calcitrapa, Calycera crassifolia, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera herbacea, Calycera horrida, Calycera lanata, Calycera leucanthema, Calycera pulvinata, Calycera sessiliflora, Calycera sympaganthera, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera leucanthema, Gamocarpha alpina, Gamocarpha angustifolia, Gamocarpha dentata, Gamocarpha gilliesii, Gamocarpha ligulata, Gamocarpha polycephala, Gamocarpha selliana, Moschopsis caleopuensis, Moschopsis leyboldi, Moschopsis monocephala, Moschopsis rosulata, Moschopsis subandina, Moschopsis trilobata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2816601: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.