Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cajamarcensis
ID:
1326433

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob. & V.A.Funk

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 36: 37 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338887



Common Names

  • Cajamarca Dysaster
  • Cajamarca Star Orchid
  • Dysaster cajamarcensis


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Description

Dysaster cajamarcensis (also called Dysaster, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Peru. It is an herbaceous perennial, growing in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dysaster cajamarcensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dysaster cajamarcensis is a yellow, daisy-like flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dysaster cajamarcensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Dysaster cajamarcensis

Dysaster cajamarcensis is found in the tropical forests of Peru.

Dysaster cajamarcensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dysaster cajamarcensis?

Dysaster cajamarcensis

What are the common names of Dysaster cajamarcensis?

Coralberry, Coralberry Bush

What is the growth habit of Dysaster cajamarcensis?

It is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall.

Species in the Dysaster genus

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

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Victoria Ann Funk (1947-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Funk' in the authors string.