Espeletia barclayana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
barclayana
ID:
72321
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cuatrec.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 38: 10 (-12) (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071650
Common Names
- Barclay's Waxweed
- Barclay's Espeletia
- Barclay's Espeleta
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Espeletia barclayana (also called Barclay's Waxflower, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Andes Mountains. It has yellow flowers, and grows in high-altitude grasslands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Espeletia barclayana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Espeletia barclayana is a yellow-green disc floret, with a single row of yellow ray florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon with a short, pointed tip.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Espeletia barclayana is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or seed. The seeds should be sown in the spring and the divisions should be done in the fall.
Where to Find Espeletia barclayana
Espeletia barclayana is native to Colombia and can be found in the northern Andes.
Espeletia barclayana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Espeletia barclayana?
Espeletia barclayana
What is the common name of Espeletia barclayana?
Barclay's Waxflower
Where is Espeletia barclayana found?
Espeletia barclayana is found in Colombia
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-28417: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.