Gunnera diazii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gunnerales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diazii
ID:
833872
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.E.Mora
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Fl. Colombia 3: 113 (1984).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833207
Common Names
- Diazii Gunnera
- Giant Rhubarb
- Giant Gunnera
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Gunnera diazii (also called Diaz's Gunnera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gunneraceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in moist forests and wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gunnera diazii is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It is known for its large, spiny leaves and bright, colorful flowers. It is also used medicinally, as its leaves can be used to treat skin ailments and its roots can be used to treat digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gunnera diazii has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered in inflorescences. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a prominent midrib.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gunnera diazii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but will not tolerate temperatures below -5°C (23°F). When grown from seed, it can take up to two years to reach maturity. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Gunnera diazii
Gunnera diazii is native to the Andes Mountains in Colombia and Ecuador.
Gunnera diazii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gunnera diazii?
Gunnera diazii
What is the natural habitat of Gunnera diazii?
It is native to Colombia and Ecuador.
What are the characteristics of Gunnera diazii?
It is a perennial herb with large, lobed leaves and bright yellow flowers.
Species in the Gunnera genus
Gunnera morae, Gunnera aequatoriensis, Gunnera albocarpa, Gunnera annae, Gunnera antioquensis, Gunnera apiculata, Gunnera arenaria, Gunnera atropurpurea, Gunnera berteroi, Gunnera bogotana, Gunnera bolivari, Gunnera boliviana, Gunnera bracteata, Gunnera brephogea, Gunnera caucana, Gunnera colombiana, Gunnera cordifolia, Gunnera cuatrecasasii, Gunnera densiflora, Gunnera dentata, Gunnera diazii, Gunnera flavida, Gunnera garciae-barrigae, Gunnera hamiltonii, Gunnera hernandezii, Gunnera herteri, Gunnera insignis, Gunnera katherine-wilsoniae, Gunnera kauaiensis, Gunnera killipiana, Gunnera lobata, Gunnera lozanoi, Gunnera macrophylla, Gunnera magellanica, Gunnera magnifica, Gunnera manicata, Gunnera margaretae, Gunnera masafuerae, Gunnera mexicana, Gunnera mixta, Gunnera monoica, Gunnera peltata, Gunnera perpensa, Gunnera peruviana, Gunnera petaloidea, Gunnera pilosa, Gunnera pittieriana, Gunnera prorepens, Gunnera quitoensis, Gunnera reniformis,
Species in the Gunneraceae family
Gunnera morae, Gunnera aequatoriensis, Gunnera albocarpa, Gunnera annae, Gunnera antioquensis, Gunnera apiculata, Gunnera arenaria, Gunnera atropurpurea, Gunnera berteroi, Gunnera bogotana, Gunnera bolivari, Gunnera boliviana, Gunnera bracteata, Gunnera brephogea, Gunnera caucana, Gunnera colombiana, Gunnera cordifolia, Gunnera cuatrecasasii, Gunnera densiflora, Gunnera dentata, Gunnera diazii, Gunnera flavida, Gunnera garciae-barrigae, Gunnera hamiltonii, Gunnera hernandezii, Gunnera herteri, Gunnera insignis, Gunnera katherine-wilsoniae, Gunnera kauaiensis, Gunnera killipiana, Gunnera lobata, Gunnera lozanoi, Gunnera macrophylla, Gunnera magellanica, Gunnera magnifica, Gunnera manicata, Gunnera margaretae, Gunnera masafuerae, Gunnera mexicana, Gunnera mixta, Gunnera monoica, Gunnera peltata, Gunnera perpensa, Gunnera peruviana, Gunnera petaloidea, Gunnera pilosa, Gunnera pittieriana, Gunnera prorepens, Gunnera quitoensis, Gunnera reniformis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-370391: Based on the initial data import
Luis Eduardo Mora-Osejo (1931-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Mora' in the authors string.