Aspilia espinhacensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
espinhacensis
ID:
71119
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.U.Santos
Source:
gcc
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Paraense "Emilio Goeldi," N.S., Bot. 3: 55, fig (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070448
Common Names
- Espinhaco Aspilia
- Espinhaco
- Aspilia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aspilia espinhacensis (also called Brazilian Daisy, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that is native to Brazil. It has a tall, erect stem and its leaves are covered with white hairs. It grows in dry, open woods, meadows, and prairies.
Uses & Benefits
Aspilia espinhacensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aspilia espinhacensis is yellow with a yellow center and a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aspilia espinhacensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.
Where to Find Aspilia espinhacensis
Aspilia espinhacensis is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.
Aspilia espinhacensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aspilia espinhacensis?
Aspilia espinhacensis
What type of plant is Aspilia espinhacensis?
It is a perennial herb
Where is Aspilia espinhacensis found?
It is found in Brazil
Species in the Aspilia genus
Aspilia angustifolia, Aspilia helianthoides, Aspilia jugata, Aspilia paraensis, Aspilia mossambicensis, Aspilia elata, Aspilia rugulosa, Aspilia linearis, Aspilia prostrata, Aspilia goiazensis, Aspilia subscandens, Aspilia pohlii, Aspilia hispidantha, Aspilia diniz-cruzeanae, Aspilia duarteana, Aspilia grazielae, Aspilia matogrossensis, Aspilia platyphylla, Aspilia cavalcantei, Aspilia thouarsii, Aspilia bussei, Aspilia belo-horizontinae, Aspilia ioletae, Aspilia eglerii, Aspilia hatschbachii, Aspilia helianthoides, Aspilia pseudoyedaea, Aspilia malaissei, Aspilia itabaianenis, Aspilia bojeri, Aspilia gillettii, Aspilia caudata, Aspilia erosa, Aspilia glaziovii, Aspilia cordifolia, Aspilia latissima, Aspilia rudis, Aspilia kotschyi, Aspilia albuquerquei, Aspilia foliosa, Aspilia espinhacensis, Aspilia rudis, Aspilia pereirae, Aspilia andrade-limae, Aspilia macrorrhiza, Aspilia eckendorffii, Aspilia natalensis, Aspilia ciliata, Aspilia angustifolia, Aspilia foliosa,
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-27250: Based on the initial data import
João Ubiratan Moreira dos Santos (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.U.Santos' in the authors string.