Status:
valid
Authors:
D.Don ex Hook. & Arn.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
Companion Bot. Mag. 1: 108 (1835)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082793
Common Names
- Gochnatia foliolosa
- Foliolose Gochnatia
- Foliated Gochnatia
Synonyms
- Gochnatia litoralis Phil. [unknown]
- Gochnatia rigida D.Don ex Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
- Gochnatia integerrima Phil. [unknown]
- Gochnatia cuspidata Phil. [unknown]
- Gochnatia fascicularis D.Don ex Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
- Gochnatia foliolosa foliolosa [unknown]
- Gochnatia australis Phil. [unknown]
- Gochnatia berteroana Phil. [unknown]
- Gochnatia racemosa Phil. [unknown]
- Pentaphorus foliolosus D.Don [unknown]
- Gochnatia laxiflora Phil. [unknown]
- Pentaphorus pyrifolius D.Don [unknown]
- Gochnatia pyrifolia D.Don ex Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
- Pentaphorus fascicularis D.Don [unknown]
Description
Gochnatia foliolosa (also called Foliolose Gochnatia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grey-green leaves. It grows in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Gochnatia foliolosa is used as an ornamental plant and in landscaping. It is also used in erosion control and as a ground cover.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Gochnatia foliolosa var. fascicularis (D.Don) Cabrera
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gochnatia foliolosa is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a white pappus. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves, with the first leaves being spoon-shaped.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gochnatia foliolosa is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in early spring or late summer. The plant should be grown in full sun or partial shade in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Gochnatia foliolosa
Gochnatia foliolosa is native to South America and can be found in the wild in Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay.
Gochnatia foliolosa FAQ
What is the growth habit of Gochnatia foliolosa?
Gochnatia foliolosa is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.
What type of soil does Gochnatia foliolosa prefer?
Gochnatia foliolosa prefers moist, well-drained soils.
What is the hardiness zone for Gochnatia foliolosa?
Gochnatia foliolosa is hardy in USDA zones 8-10.
Species in the Gochnatia genus
Gochnatia angustifolia,
Gochnatia sagrana,
Gochnatia hypoleuca,
Gochnatia rotundifolia,
Gochnatia hiriartiana,
Gochnatia boliviana,
Gochnatia barrosoae,
Gochnatia purpusii,
Gochnatia floribunda,
Gochnatia gardneri,
Gochnatia vernonioides,
Gochnatia angustifolia,
Gochnatia paucifloscula,
Gochnatia lucida,
Gochnatia glutinosa,
Gochnatia foliolosa,
Gochnatia masiana,
Gochnatia smithii,
Gochnatia magna,
Gochnatia haumaniana,
Gochnatia cardenasii,
Gochnatia curviflora,
Gochnatia avicenniifolia,
Gochnatia patazina,
Gochnatia cratensis,
Gochnatia palosanto,
Gochnatia vargasii,
Gochnatia arequipensis,
Gochnatia picardiae,
Gochnatia peruviana,
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,