Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
longiflora
ID:
59913

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) Hieron.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Bol. Acad. Nac. Ci. 4: 359 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059242



Common Names

  • Chuquiraga
  • Long-flowered chuquiraga
  • Chuquiraga longiflora


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Synonyms

  • Chuquiraga chrysantha longiflora Griseb. [unknown]
  • Chuquiraga oppositifolia macrocephala Wedd. [unknown]
  • Chuquiraga oppositifolia microcephala Wedd. [unknown]

Description

Chuquiraga longiflora (also called Long-Flowered Chuquiraga, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb with a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Andes region and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chuquiraga longiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover in landscaping. It has been used to treat digestive issues such as indigestion and diarrhea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chuquiraga longiflora has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in heads. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chuquiraga longiflora is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune in late winter or early spring to promote new growth.

Where to Find Chuquiraga longiflora

Chuquiraga longiflora is native to Peru and can be found in dry mountain forests and shrublands.

Chuquiraga longiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chuquiraga longiflora?

Chuquiraga longiflora

What are the common names of Chuquiraga longiflora?

Long-flowered Chuquiraga

Where is Chuquiraga longiflora found?

Chuquiraga longiflora 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-16330: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.