Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ecuadorensis
ID:
134592

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 34: 57 (-58), fig (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133921



Common Names

  • Ayapana
  • Ecuadorian Ayapana
  • Ayapana Ecuadorensis


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Description

Ayapana ecuadorensis (also called Ecuadorian ayapana, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Ayapana ecuadorensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ayapana ecuadorensis is yellow, with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, black in color, and have a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are light green, with a single stem and a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ayapana ecuadorensis is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Ayapana ecuadorensis

Ayapana ecuadorensis is native to Ecuador and can be found in wet montane forests.

Ayapana ecuadorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ayapana ecuadorensis?

Ayapana ecuadorensis

What is the common name of Ayapana ecuadorensis?

Ecuador Ayapana

Where is Ayapana ecuadorensis native to?

South America

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-94720: 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.