Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
acopanensis
ID:
132311

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 71: 335 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131640



Common Names

  • Chimantaea acopanensis
  • Acopan Tepui Chimantaea
  • Acopan Chimantaea


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Description

Chimantaea acopanensis (also called Acopan chimantaea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Venezuela. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Chimantaea acopanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Chimantaea acopanensis has bright yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chimantaea acopanensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It should be planted in full sun in well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in early spring. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming.

Where to Find Chimantaea acopanensis

Chimantaea acopanensis is native to the Chimanta Massif in Venezuela. It can be found in the high-altitude grasslands of the region.

Chimantaea acopanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chimantaea acopanensis?

Chimantaea acopanensis

What is the common name of Chimantaea acopanensis?

Acopan chimantaea

What is the natural habitat of Chimantaea acopanensis?

Chimantaea acopanensis is found in dry, rocky, and grassy areas of the Andes Mountains

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,

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