Status:
valid
Authors:
V.M.Badillo
Source:
gcc
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Ernstia 10(1): 16 (2000).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125751
Common Names
- Venezuelan Aequatorium
- Venezuelan Aequatorium-plant
- Venezuelan Aequatorium Plant
Description
Aequatorium venezuelanum (also called Venezuelan Aequatorium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Venezuela. It is a member of the Asteraceae family and grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Aequatorium venezuelanum is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aequatorium venezuelanum is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a greyish-green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aequatorium venezuelanum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Aequatorium venezuelanum
Aequatorium venezuelanum is native to Venezuela. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Aequatorium venezuelanum FAQ
What are the ideal growing conditions for Aequatorium venezuelanum?
Aequatorium venezuelanum prefers warm and humid climates with plenty of sunlight and well-draining soil.
What type of soil is best for Aequatorium venezuelanum?
Aequatorium venezuelanum prefers well-draining soil that is slightly acidic.
How often should Aequatorium venezuelanum be watered?
Aequatorium venezuelanum should be watered regularly, but not too often, to prevent root rot.
Species in the Aequatorium genus
Aequatorium lepidotum,
Aequatorium jamesonii,
Aequatorium polygonoides,
Aequatorium jamesonii,
Aequatorium tatamanum,
Aequatorium latibracteolatum,
Aequatorium albiflorum,
Aequatorium palealbum,
Aequatorium verrucosum,
Aequatorium asterotrichum,
Aequatorium venezuelanum,
Aequatorium limonense,
Aequatorium repandiforme,
Aequatorium caucanum,
Aequatorium sinuatifolium,
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,