Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aristeguietana
ID:
46864

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 27: 174 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046193



Common Names

  • Espeletia aristeguietana
  • Aristeguieta's Sunflower
  • Aristeguieta's Espeletia


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Description

Espeletia aristeguietana (also called Espeletia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Colombia and Venezuela. It has a woody stem and grows up to 2 m in height. It is found in montane grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia aristeguietana is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Espeletia aristeguietana is a yellow-greenish color and has a bell-like shape. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia aristeguietana is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a light, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches in spring or summer and planted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Espeletia aristeguietana

Espeletia aristeguietana is native to Venezuela and can be found in rocky areas and grasslands.

Espeletia aristeguietana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espeletia aristeguietana?

Espeletia aristeguietana

What is the common name of Espeletia aristeguietana?

Aristeguieta's Waxflower

What is the natural habitat of Espeletia aristeguietana?

High-altitude grasslands of the northern Andes

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-144669: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.