Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wurdackii
ID:
131745

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruíz-Terán & López-Fig.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 52: 158 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131074



Common Names

  • Carramboa Wurdackii
  • Wurdack's Carramboa
  • Wurdack's Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Espeletia wurdackii Ruíz-Terán & López-Fig. [unknown]
  • Libanothamnus wurdackii (Ruíz-Terán & López-Fig.) Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Carramboa wurdackii (also called 'Cerrillo', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It has small, white flowers and a woody stem. It is found in dry, open areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Carramboa wurdackii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a drought-tolerant groundcover. It is also used to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carramboa wurdackii is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is an ovoid, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem and two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carramboa wurdackii is a perennial herb that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings taken in early spring.

Where to Find Carramboa wurdackii

Carramboa wurdackii is native to South America and can be found in open grasslands and savannas.

Carramboa wurdackii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carramboa wurdackii?

Carramboa wurdackii

What type of plant is Carramboa wurdackii?

A shrub

Where is Carramboa wurdackii found?

It is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and 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-91953: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Luis Enrique Ruiz-Terán (1923-1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruíz-Terán' in the authors string.
Manuel López-Figueiras (1915-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'López-Fig.' in the authors string.