Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuniculorum
ID:
64594

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 40: 25 (-27) (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063923



Common Names

  • Espeletia cuniculorum
  • Andean Waxflower
  • Woolly Sunray


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Description

Espeletia cuniculorum (also called Cuniculorum Espeletia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has yellow flowers and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia cuniculorum is a species of flowering plant native to the Andes mountains. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds, as it has attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers. It is also used medicinally, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Espeletia cuniculorum has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a yellow center of disc florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a pappus. The seedlings are small, with hairy, gray-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia cuniculorum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by division, divide the plant in spring or early summer. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a cold frame in early spring. The seeds should be sown on the surface of the soil and lightly covered. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Espeletia cuniculorum

Espeletia cuniculorum is native to South America and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Espeletia cuniculorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espeletia cuniculorum?

Espeletia cuniculorum

What type of plant is Espeletia cuniculorum?

Espeletia cuniculorum is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Espeletia cuniculorum?

Espeletia cuniculorum is found in the high-altitude paramo grasslands of the Andes Mountains

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-20888: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.