Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atiquipana
ID:
696275

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krapov.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 9: 72 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695608



Common Names

  • Gaya atiquipana
  • Atiquipana Gaya
  • Gaya


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Description

Gaya atiquipana (also called Atiquipa Gaya, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves that are dark green in color and white bell-shaped flowers. It is found in moist forests and shrublands at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Gaya atiquipana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gaya atiquipana has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The flowers are followed by small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaya atiquipana is a small evergreen shrub native to the Himalayas and other parts of Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Gaya atiquipana

Gaya atiquipana can be found in Peru.

Gaya atiquipana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaya atiquipana?

Gaya atiquipana

What is the common name of Gaya atiquipana?

Atiquipa gaya

What is the natural habitat of Gaya atiquipana?

It is found in the mountains of Peru, at altitudes of 3000-4000 m

Species in the Gaya genus

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

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