Robinsonia gayana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gayana
ID:
87249
Status:
valid
Authors:
Decne.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1834
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 1: 28 (1834)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086578
Common Names
- Gayana Robinsonia
- Robinsonia gayana
- Robinsonia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Robinsonia gayana (also called Gay's Robinsonia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in coastal areas and on hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Robinsonia gayana is used as an ornamental plant and is also used as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Robinsonia gayana flower is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Robinsonia gayana is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring or late autumn and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in early spring or late summer.
Where to Find Robinsonia gayana
Robinsonia gayana can be found in the mountains of South America, primarily in Peru and Bolivia.
Robinsonia gayana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Robinsonia gayana?
Robinsonia gayana
What is the common name of Robinsonia gayana?
Gayana Robinsonia
Where is Robinsonia gayana found?
It is found in the mountains of Central and South America
Species in the Robinsonia 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-4296: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.