Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook. & Arn.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy. : 296 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093077
Common Names
- Giant Coronilla
- Broad-leaved Coronilla
- Large Coronilla
Synonyms
- Adenostemma nutans Greenm. [unknown]
- Gymnocoronis nutans (Greenm.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
Description
Gymnocoronis latifolia (also called Broad-leaved Gymnocoronis, among many other common names) is an annual plant that is native to South America. It grows in dry soils, such as deserts, scrublands, and rocky hillsides. It has hairy stems and leaves, and yellow flowers that bloom from April to October.
Uses & Benefits
Gymnocoronis latifolia is an ornamental plant that can be used to decorate gardens and landscapes. It is also used as an herbal remedy for treating digestive and respiratory ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gymnocoronis latifolia has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gymnocoronis latifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a cool, moist environment.
Where to Find Gymnocoronis latifolia
Gymnocoronis latifolia is native to South America and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Gymnocoronis latifolia FAQ
What type of plant is Gymnocoronis latifolia?
Gymnocoronis latifolia is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family.
Where is Gymnocoronis latifolia found?
Gymnocoronis latifolia is found in South America.
What is the scientific classification of Gymnocoronis latifolia?
The scientific classification of Gymnocoronis latifolia is Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Asterales, Family: Asteraceae, Genus: Gymnocoronis, Species: G. latifolia.
Species in the Gymnocoronis 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,