Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
herrerae
ID:
2485

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 76(1): 16 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001814



Common Names

  • Herrera's Ayapana
  • Herrera's Waterwort
  • Herrera's Ayapana


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Description

Ayapana herrerae (also called Ayapana triplinervis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It is found in open areas, roadsides, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ayapana herrerae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural fence. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ayapana herrerae is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ayapana herrerae is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a sandy soil mix. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Ayapana herrerae

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

Ayapana herrerae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ayapana herrerae?

Ayapana herrerae

What is the common name of Ayapana herrerae?

Herrerae

What is the natural habitat of Ayapana herrerae?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

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-101753: 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.