Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oblongifolia
ID:
91188

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 3 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090517



Common Names

  • Oblong-Leaf Ayapan
  • Ayapanopsis
  • Oblong-Leaf Ayapanopsis


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Synonyms

  • Biasolettia elliptica Pohl ex Baker [unknown]
  • Bulbostylis oblongifolia Gardner [unknown]
  • Eupatorium trixoides Mart. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Ayapanopsis trixioides (Baker) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Ayapanopsis oblongifolia (also called Oblong-leaved Ayapanopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes of Ecuador. It has yellow flowers and oblong leaves. It grows in montane forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ayapanopsis oblongifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ayapanopsis oblongifolia has small yellow flowers with a diameter of up to 5mm. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ayapanopsis oblongifolia is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or by division of the root clump. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned out to a distance of 10 cm apart.

Where to Find Ayapanopsis oblongifolia

Ayapanopsis oblongifolia is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Ayapanopsis oblongifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ayapanopsis oblongifolia?

Ayapanopsis oblongifolia

What is the common name of Ayapanopsis oblongifolia?

Oblong-Leaf Ayapanopsis

Where is Ayapanopsis oblongifolia found?

Ayapanopsis oblongifolia is found in Central 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-46803: 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.
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.