Status:
valid
Authors:
D.Don ex Hook. & Arn.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
Companion Bot. Mag. 1: 108 (1835)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067831
Common Names
- Gochnatia glutinosa
- Sticky Gochnatia
- Glutinous Gochnatia
Synonyms
- Gochnatia viscosissima S.F.Blake [unknown]
- Gochnatia glutinosa Klatt [unknown]
- Gochnatia glutinosa viscosissima Kuntze [unknown]
- Gochnatia glutinosa puberula Kuntze [unknown]
- Pentaphorus glutinosus D.Don [unknown]
- Gochnatia glutinosa media Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Gochnatia glutinosa (also called Glutinous Gochnatia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a single stem with a rosette of basal leaves and a terminal spike of yellow flowers. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woods and prairies.
Uses & Benefits
Gochnatia glutinosa is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gochnatia glutinosa is yellow and has a daisy-like shape. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gochnatia glutinosa is a perennial plant that is propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Gochnatia glutinosa
Gochnatia glutinosa is native to South America and can be found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and wetlands. It is most commonly found in the countries of Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay.
Gochnatia glutinosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gochnatia glutinosa?
Gochnatia glutinosa
What is the common name of Gochnatia glutinosa?
Glutinous Gochnatia
What is the natural habitat of Gochnatia glutinosa?
Dry, sandy soils in open pine woods, flatwoods, and scrubby areas
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,