Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.) N.G.Walsh
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Muelleria 32: 20 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339360
Common Names
- Coronidium gunnianum
- Gunnianum Coronidium
- Mountain Coronidium
Description
Coronidium gunnianum (also called Gunn's Coronidium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the Andes Mountains in Peru and Bolivia. It is an annual herb with lance-shaped leaves and white and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Coronidium gunnianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is a great choice for xeriscaping and can be used as a hedge or screen.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Coronidium gunnianum is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coronidium gunnianum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Coronidium gunnianum
Coronidium gunnianum is native to Australia, and can be found in the wild in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Coronidium gunnianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coronidium gunnianum?
Coronidium gunnianum
What type of environment does Coronidium gunnianum prefer?
Coronidium gunnianum prefers humid, tropical environments.
What type of soil does Coronidium gunnianum need?
Coronidium gunnianum needs well-draining, acidic soil.
Species in the Coronidium genus
Coronidium scorpioides,
Coronidium kaputaricum,
Coronidium boormanii,
Coronidium lanuginosum,
Coronidium lindsayanum,
Coronidium oxylepis,
Coronidium waddelliae,
Coronidium elatum,
Coronidium telfordii,
Coronidium rupicola,
Coronidium cymosum,
Coronidium fulvidum,
Coronidium lanosum,
Coronidium flavum,
Coronidium glutinosum,
Coronidium newcastlianum,
Coronidium adenophorum,
Coronidium rutidolepis,
Coronidium gunnianum,
Coronidium monticola,
Coronidium densifolium,
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,