Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lucida
ID:
61008

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Notas Mus. La Plata, Bot. 15: 43. 1950

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060337

Common Names

  • Gochnatia
  • Lucida
  • Shining Gochnatia

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Synonyms

  • Moquinia lucida (DC.) Baker [unknown]

Description

Gochnatia lucida (also called Shining Gochnatia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has small, yellow, daisy-like flower heads and a thick, fleshy taproot. It is found in dry, open grasslands and sagebrush steppes.

Uses & Benefits

Gochnatia lucida has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gochnatia lucida has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gochnatia lucida is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of soils. It is drought tolerant and does not require much supplemental irrigation. It can be propagated from seed by sowing in the fall or spring. Division of the root crown can also be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Gochnatia lucida

Gochnatia lucida is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru.

Gochnatia lucida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gochnatia lucida?

Gochnatia lucida

What is the family of Gochnatia lucida?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Gochnatia lucida?

Gochnatia lucida is found in dry, rocky hillsides and in disturbed areas.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-17393: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.