Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
morenonis
ID:
94119

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kuntze) C.Ezcurra

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 26: 256 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093448



Common Names

  • Moreno's Chuquiraga
  • Moreno's Groundsel
  • Moreno's Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Chuquiraga kingii Speg. [unknown]
  • Chuquiraga argentea Speg. [unknown]
  • Chuquiraga spinosa morenonis Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Chuquiraga morenonis (also called Moreno's Chuquiraga, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Chuquiraga morenonis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as being an antispasmodic, diuretic, and anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chuquiraga morenonis is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of grey-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chuquiraga morenonis is a perennial plant that is best propagated through division of the root clumps. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water the plant regularly and fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead the flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Chuquiraga morenonis

Chuquiraga morenonis is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It is found in the high-altitude grasslands of Peru, Bolivia, and Chile.

Chuquiraga morenonis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chuquiraga morenonis?

Chuquiraga morenonis

What is the common name of Chuquiraga morenonis?

Moreno's Chuquiraga

What type of plant is Chuquiraga morenonis?

Herbaceous perennial

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-49667: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Cecilia Ezcurra (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Ezcurra' in the authors string.