Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
murilloi
ID:
123414

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 3: 425. 1940

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122743



Common Names

  • Espeletia
  • Murillo's Espeletia
  • Colombian Wax Palm


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Synonyms

  • Espeletia murilloi murilloi [unknown]
  • Espeletia murilloi murilloi [unknown]
  • Espeletia murilloi rusiana Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Espeletia murilloi subcoriacea Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Espeletia murilloi (also called Murillo's Espeletia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to Colombia and can be found in grasslands, woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia murilloi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Espeletia murilloi has yellow flowers with a spiny center, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, spiny leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia murilloi is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and in well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and division should be done in early spring.

Where to Find Espeletia murilloi

Espeletia murilloi is native to South America and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Espeletia murilloi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espeletia murilloi?

Espeletia murilloi

What is the common name of Espeletia murilloi?

Murillo's Espeletia

What is the family of Espeletia murilloi?

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-839: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.