Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lutescens
ID:
28993

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec. & Aristeg.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 57 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028322



Common Names

  • Coespeletia lutescens
  • Coespeletia
  • Yellow Daisy
  • Yellow Sunflower


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Description

Coespeletia lutescens (also called Yellow Coespeletia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Coespeletia lutescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coespeletia lutescens is a white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coespeletia lutescens is a perennial that is native to Colombia. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of existing clumps. Seeds should be sown in the garden in the spring or summer, and divisions should be done in the spring.

Where to Find Coespeletia lutescens

Coespeletia lutescens is native to the Andes Mountains of South America and can be found in open, grassy areas.

Coespeletia lutescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coespeletia lutescens?

Coespeletia lutescens

What is the common name of Coespeletia lutescens?

Yellow-flowered Coespeletia

What is the natural habitat of Coespeletia lutescens?

It is native to the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador

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

José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Leandro Aristeguieta (1923-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aristeg.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:62738-2: Based on the initial data import