Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
elongata
ID:
45955

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 57 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045284



Common Names

  • Coespeletia elongata
  • Elongated Paperflower
  • Paperflower


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Synonyms

  • Espeletia elongata A.C.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Coespeletia elongata (also called Coespeletia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Andes Mountains of Colombia and Ecuador. It has oblong leaves and produces small yellow flowers. It is found in high-altitude grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Coespeletia elongata is an edible plant that can be used in salads or as a vegetable. It is also known to have medicinal properties and can be used to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coespeletia elongata has yellow flowers with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coespeletia elongata is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C.

Where to Find Coespeletia elongata

Coespeletia elongata is native to Colombia and can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.

Coespeletia elongata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coespeletia elongata?

Coespeletia elongata

What is the family of Coespeletia elongata?

Asteraceae

Where is Coespeletia elongata found?

It is found in Mexico and Central 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-143794: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.