Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
samanensis
ID:
36964

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 71 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036293



Common Names

  • Elekmania samanensis
  • Samanensis Elekmania
  • Elekmania Samanensis


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Synonyms

  • Senecio samanensis Urb. [unknown]

Description

Elekmania samanensis (also called Samana Elekmania, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Colombia, and is found in grasslands and open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Elekmania samanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elekmania samanensis has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are small with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elekmania samanensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in late winter and transplant them outdoors in the spring. Division can be done in the spring or fall. It is important to water regularly and fertilize during the growing season.

Where to Find Elekmania samanensis

Elekmania samanensis is native to Central America and can be found in Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

Elekmania samanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elekmania samanensis?

Elekmania samanensis

What is the common name of Elekmania samanensis?

Saman's Elekmania

Where is Elekmania samanensis native to?

Venezuela

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-135095: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.