Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paraensis
ID:
10905

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Huber) J.U.Santos

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Paraense Emilio Goeldi, N.S., Bot. 55: 7. 1982

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010234

Common Names

  • Aspilia paraensis
  • Paraense Aspilia
  • Paraense-Aspilia

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Synonyms

  • Aspilia jariensis C.Jeffrey ex Pires-O'Brien [unknown]
  • Wedelia paraensis Huber [unknown]

Description

Aspilia paraensis (also called Para Aspilia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aspilia paraensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders, respiratory problems, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspilia paraensis is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspilia paraensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is easily propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in spring or autumn. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate drought conditions.

Where to Find Aspilia paraensis

Aspilia paraensis is native to Brazil. It can be found in open, disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.

Aspilia paraensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspilia paraensis?

Aspilia paraensis

What is the common name of Aspilia paraensis?

Para aspilia

What is the natural habitat of Aspilia paraensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-109908: 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.
Jacques Huber (1867-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huber' in the authors string.