Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leporina
ID:
23139

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 5: 17. 1942

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022468



Common Names

  • Espeletia Leporina
  • Espeletia Grandiflora
  • Espeletia Parviflora


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Description

Espeletia leporina (also called Giant Frailejon, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Colombia and Venezuela. It grows up to 2 meters tall and has yellow flowers. It is found in high-altitude grasslands and is used as a food source.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia leporina is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as its flowers are attractive and fragrant. It can also be used as a ground cover or as a hedge.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Espeletia leporina is yellow and daisy-like with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia leporina is a perennial herb that grows to a height of 0.3-0.6m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Espeletia leporina

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

Espeletia leporina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espeletia leporina?

Espeletia leporina

What is the common name of Espeletia leporina?

Espeletia

What is the family of Espeletia leporina?

Asteraceae

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-121717: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.