Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
spinosa
ID:
93655

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Don

Source:
gcc

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 16(2): 285 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092984



Common Names

  • Chuquiraga
  • Chuquiraga Spinosa
  • Chuquiraga Spiny


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Description

Chuquiraga spinosa (also called Chilean Bur-sage, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Chile. It has a clumping habit and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It has narrow, linear leaves and produces small, white flowers in the summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Chuquiraga spinosa has been used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chuquiraga spinosa sub. spinosa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chuquiraga spinosa is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chuquiraga spinosa is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a seed tray and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings have developed two sets of true leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Chuquiraga spinosa

Chuquiraga spinosa is native to the Andes Mountains in South America and can be found in high-altitude grasslands.

Chuquiraga spinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chuquiraga spinosa?

Chuquiraga spinosa

What are the common names of Chuquiraga spinosa?

Chuquiraga, Chilean Bur-Reed

What is the native range of Chuquiraga spinosa?

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