Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jaramilloi
ID:
14274

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Díaz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Mutisia 37: [1], fig. 1 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013603



Common Names

  • Espeletia jaramilloi
  • Jaramillo's Espeletia
  • Jaramillo's Waxflower


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Description

Espeletia jaramilloi (also called Jaramillo's Espeletia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Andes of Colombia. It grows to a height of 1-2 m and has yellow flowers. It is found in humid montane forests, at elevations of 2,000-3,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia jaramilloi is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating various ailments. It is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Espeletia jaramilloi has small, white, five-petaled flowers. The seeds are small, about 1 mm in diameter, and are enclosed in a thin, papery capsule. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia jaramilloi is a perennial shrub that is native to the Andes Mountains in Colombia. It is a slow-growing plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed, as cuttings may not root successfully. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Espeletia jaramilloi

Espeletia jaramilloi is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be found in the high-altitude grasslands of Colombia and Venezuela.

Espeletia jaramilloi FAQ

What are the common names of Espeletia jaramilloi?

Espeletia jaramilloi is commonly known as the 'Jaramillo's Daisy'.

What is the natural habitat of Espeletia jaramilloi?

Espeletia jaramilloi is native to South America, and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

What are the growing requirements for Espeletia jaramilloi?

Espeletia jaramilloi prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

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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