Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gunnerales
Genus:
Species:
cuatrecasasii
ID:
833868

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.E.Mora

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Fl. Colombia 3: 111 (1984).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833203



Common Names

  • Cuatrecasasii Gunnera
  • Giant Rhubarb
  • Giant Gunnera


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Description

Gunnera cuatrecasasii (also called 'Cuatrecasas' Gunnera', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with long-stalked, deeply divided leaves. It is native to South America and typically grows in moist, shady places.

Uses & Benefits

Gunnera cuatrecasasii is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It is known for its large, fan-shaped leaves and bright, colorful flowers. It is also used medicinally, as its leaves can be used to treat skin ailments and its roots can be used to treat digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gunnera cuatrecasasii has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered in inflorescences. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a prominent midrib.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gunnera cuatrecasasii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but will not tolerate temperatures below 0°C (32°F). When grown from seed, it can take up to two years to reach maturity. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Gunnera cuatrecasasii

Gunnera cuatrecasasii is native to the Andes Mountains in Colombia and Ecuador.

Gunnera cuatrecasasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gunnera cuatrecasasii?

Gunnera cuatrecasasii

What is the natural habitat of Gunnera cuatrecasasii?

It is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

What are the characteristics of Gunnera cuatrecasasii?

It is a perennial herb with large, lobed leaves and bright yellow flowers.

Species in the Gunnera genus

Gunnera morae, Gunnera aequatoriensis, Gunnera albocarpa, Gunnera annae, Gunnera antioquensis, Gunnera apiculata, Gunnera arenaria, Gunnera atropurpurea, Gunnera berteroi, Gunnera bogotana, Gunnera bolivari, Gunnera boliviana, Gunnera bracteata, Gunnera brephogea, Gunnera caucana, Gunnera colombiana, Gunnera cordifolia, Gunnera cuatrecasasii, Gunnera densiflora, Gunnera dentata, Gunnera diazii, Gunnera flavida, Gunnera garciae-barrigae, Gunnera hamiltonii, Gunnera hernandezii, Gunnera herteri, Gunnera insignis, Gunnera katherine-wilsoniae, Gunnera kauaiensis, Gunnera killipiana, Gunnera lobata, Gunnera lozanoi, Gunnera macrophylla, Gunnera magellanica, Gunnera magnifica, Gunnera manicata, Gunnera margaretae, Gunnera masafuerae, Gunnera mexicana, Gunnera mixta, Gunnera monoica, Gunnera peltata, Gunnera perpensa, Gunnera peruviana, Gunnera petaloidea, Gunnera pilosa, Gunnera pittieriana, Gunnera prorepens, Gunnera quitoensis, Gunnera reniformis,

Species in the Gunneraceae family

Gunnera morae, Gunnera aequatoriensis, Gunnera albocarpa, Gunnera annae, Gunnera antioquensis, Gunnera apiculata, Gunnera arenaria, Gunnera atropurpurea, Gunnera berteroi, Gunnera bogotana, Gunnera bolivari, Gunnera boliviana, Gunnera bracteata, Gunnera brephogea, Gunnera caucana, Gunnera colombiana, Gunnera cordifolia, Gunnera cuatrecasasii, Gunnera densiflora, Gunnera dentata, Gunnera diazii, Gunnera flavida, Gunnera garciae-barrigae, Gunnera hamiltonii, Gunnera hernandezii, Gunnera herteri, Gunnera insignis, Gunnera katherine-wilsoniae, Gunnera kauaiensis, Gunnera killipiana, Gunnera lobata, Gunnera lozanoi, Gunnera macrophylla, Gunnera magellanica, Gunnera magnifica, Gunnera manicata, Gunnera margaretae, Gunnera masafuerae, Gunnera mexicana, Gunnera mixta, Gunnera monoica, Gunnera peltata, Gunnera perpensa, Gunnera peruviana, Gunnera petaloidea, Gunnera pilosa, Gunnera pittieriana, Gunnera prorepens, Gunnera quitoensis, Gunnera reniformis,

References