Status:
valid
Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 29: 260 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065891
Common Names
- Alvaroi Guevaria
- Guevaria
- Alvaroi's Guevaria
Description
Guevaria alvaroi (also called Alvaro's guevaria, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky slopes and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Guevaria alvaroi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Guevaria alvaroi has small, yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The flowers are composed of 5-7 ray florets and numerous disc florets. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow cotyledons and long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Guevaria alvaroi is a perennial herb that is native to Colombia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to plant in the spring or early summer. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks.
Where to Find Guevaria alvaroi
Guevaria alvaroi is native to Venezuela and can be found in the wild in the states of Aragua, Carabobo, and Miranda.
Guevaria alvaroi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Guevaria alvaroi?
Guevaria alvaroi
What is the common name of Guevaria alvaroi?
Alvaroi guevaria
Where is Guevaria alvaroi native to?
Mexico
Species in the Guevaria genus
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,