Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
acanthophylla
ID:
86900

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 5 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086229



Common Names

  • Acanthophylla Chuquiraga
  • Chuquiraga Acanthophylla
  • Acanthophylla's Chuquiraga


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Description

Chuquiraga acanthophylla (also called 'Spiny Chuquiraga', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky soils, typically in scrublands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Chuquiraga acanthophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chuquiraga acanthophylla is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chuquiraga acanthophylla is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in a variety of soils, but prefers sandy, loamy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.

Where to Find Chuquiraga acanthophylla

Chuquiraga acanthophylla can be found in the mountains of South America.

Chuquiraga acanthophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chuquiraga acanthophylla?

Chuquiraga acanthophylla

What type of plant is Chuquiraga acanthophylla?

Chuquiraga acanthophylla is a shrub.

Where is Chuquiraga acanthophylla found?

Chuquiraga acanthophylla is found in the Himalayas and the Tibetan Plateau.

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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