Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gynuroides
ID:
31538

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41(4): 923 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030867

Common Names

  • Solanecio gynuroides
  • Gynuroides Solanecio
  • Gynuroides Daisy

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Description

Solanecio gynuroides (also called Gynura, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to tropical regions of Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas and is characterized by its bright green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Solanecio gynuroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Solanecio gynuroides is a white to pale yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solanecio gynuroides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and should germinate in 1-3 weeks. When large enough to handle, seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots and grown on in the greenhouse for their first winter. Division in spring is also possible, but it is best to pot up the divisions in a cold frame until they are established. Plant out in early summer.

Where to Find Solanecio gynuroides

Solanecio gynuroides can be found in the mountains of Central and South America.

Solanecio gynuroides FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Solanecio gynuroides?

Solanecio gynuroides prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the typical size of Solanecio gynuroides?

Solanecio gynuroides typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

What is the blooming period for Solanecio gynuroides?

Solanecio gynuroides blooms from late spring to early summer.

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-129857: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.