Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brachyaxiantha
ID:
15716

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Díaz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Mutisia 37: 5, fig. 2 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015045



Common Names

  • Espeletia Brachyaxiantha
  • Short-stemmed Espeletia
  • Short-stemmed Waxflower


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Synonyms

  • Espeletia brachyaxiantha brachyaxiantha [unknown]

Description

Espeletia brachyaxiantha (also called short-axil espeletia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Colombia and is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia brachyaxiantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for cattle and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Espeletia brachyaxiantha is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and wiry.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia brachyaxiantha is a perennial plant that can be propagated through division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Espeletia brachyaxiantha

Espeletia brachyaxiantha is native to Colombia and can be found in high-altitude grasslands and shrublands.

Espeletia brachyaxiantha FAQ

What are the common names for Espeletia brachyaxiantha?

Espeletia brachyaxiantha is commonly known as Brachyaxiantha Espeletia

What is the natural habitat of Espeletia brachyaxiantha?

Espeletia brachyaxiantha is native to the Andes Mountains of South America

What is the average height of Espeletia brachyaxiantha?

Espeletia brachyaxiantha typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters

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,

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