Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
arcuata
ID:
1355

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harling ex Asteraceae

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador no. 42: 26, fig. 5A-C 1991

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000684



Common Names

  • Arcuate Chuquiraga
  • Chuquiraga Arcuata
  • Chuquiraga Arcuata


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Description

Chuquiraga arcuata (also called Chilean Firebush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chuquiraga arcuata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chuquiraga arcuata has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chuquiraga arcuata is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the tips of the branches in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. The cuttings should be watered regularly and should be ready to transplant in about 6 weeks.

Where to Find Chuquiraga arcuata

Chuquiraga arcuata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Chuquiraga arcuata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chuquiraga arcuata?

Chuquiraga arcuata

What is the common name of Chuquiraga arcuata?

Chuquiraga

Where is Chuquiraga arcuata found?

Chuquiraga arcuata is found in the Andes Mountains of 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

Gunnar Harling (1920-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harling' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:274618-2: Based on the initial data import