Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tahonensis
ID:
110561

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hieron.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 30: 220 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000109890



Common Names

  • Tahona's Aristeguietia
  • Aristeguietia tahonensis


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium tahonense Hieron. [unknown]

Description

Aristeguietia tahonensis (also called Taho Aristeguietia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It grows in high-altitude forests, grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aristeguietia tahonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, stomach pain, and diarrhea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aristeguietia tahonensis is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aristeguietia tahonensis is a perennial plant that grows in sunny or partially shaded areas. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or early summer, while seeds should be sown in the fall or early winter.

Where to Find Aristeguietia tahonensis

Aristeguietia tahonensis is native to South America and can be found in wet forests and disturbed areas.

Aristeguietia tahonensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aristeguietia tahonensis?

Aristeguietia tahonensis

What is the natural habitat of Aristeguietia tahonensis?

Grassy slopes and disturbed areas

What is the flowering season of Aristeguietia tahonensis?

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-6877: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.