Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
uribei
ID:
2612

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 54: 36, fig (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001941



Common Names

  • Aristeguietia
  • Uribei
  • Uribe's


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Description

Aristeguietia uribei (also called Uribe's aristeguietia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Andes region. It has a woody stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in montane forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Aristeguietia uribei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aristeguietia uribei is a yellow-orange disc floret, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aristeguietia uribei is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Aristeguietia uribei

Aristeguietia uribei is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be found in the wild in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Aristeguietia uribei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aristeguietia uribei?

Aristeguietia uribei

What is the natural habitat of Aristeguietia uribei?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What is the average height of Aristeguietia uribei?

2-3 meters

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-101873: Based on the initial data import
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.