Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argentea
ID:
17893

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humb. & Bonpl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
(1808). Pl. Aequinoct. [Humboldt & Bonpland] 2(9)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017222



Common Names

  • Silver Espeletia
  • Argentine Espeletia
  • Espeletia argentea


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Description

Espeletia argentea (also called Silver Espeletia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and is covered in white flowers. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia argentea is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used in landscaping. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its bright white flowers. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Espeletia argentea for. phaneractis (S.F.Blake) Cuatrec.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Espeletia argentea is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia argentea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring, as they need a period of warm weather to germinate. Division is best done in the spring or fall, and the divisions should be planted in well-prepared soil.

Where to Find Espeletia argentea

Espeletia argentea is native to the mountains of South America. It can be found in high-altitude grasslands and shrublands.

Espeletia argentea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espeletia argentea?

Espeletia argentea

What type of plant is Espeletia argentea?

Perennial herb

Where is Espeletia argentea found?

South America

Species in the Espeletia genus

Espeletia lopezii, Espeletia congestiflora, Espeletia nemekenei, Espeletia ariana, Espeletia rufescens, Espeletia idroboi, Espeletia summapacis, Espeletia tillettii, Espeletia chocontana, Espeletia roberti, Espeletia jaramilloi, Espeletia pachoana, Espeletia azucarina, Espeletia brachyaxiantha, Espeletia incana, Espeletia marnixiana, Espeletia argentea, Espeletia cayetana, Espeletia discoidea, Espeletia leporina, Espeletia arbelaezii, Espeletia canescens, Espeletia cleefii, Espeletia guascensis, Espeletia episcopalis, Espeletia occidentalis, Espeletia rositae, Espeletia estanislana, Espeletia mutabilis, Espeletia frontinoensis, Espeletia praefrontina, Espeletia ulotricha, Espeletia weddellii, Espeletia verdeana, Espeletia paipana, Espeletia algodonosa, Espeletia oswaldiana, Espeletia aristeguietana, Espeletia soroca, Espeletia batata, Espeletia schultesiana, Espeletia cuniculorum, Espeletia nana, Espeletia almorzana, Espeletia schultzii, Espeletia tapirophila, Espeletia barclayana, Espeletia conglomerata, Espeletia perijaensis, Espeletia annemariana,

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

Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humb.' in the authors string.
Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:205061-1: Based on the initial data import