Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mutabilis
ID:
37814

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Díaz & Rodr.-Cabeza

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 30(116): 345 (-347, 350; figs (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037143



Common Names

  • Mutabilis Espeletia
  • Espeletia Mutabilis
  • Mutabilis


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Description

Espeletia mutabilis (also called Espeletia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela, and is found in high-altitude páramo habitats. It is a shrub, typically growing to heights of 1-2 m.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia mutabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, for erosion control, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Espeletia mutabilis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm, and its seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia mutabilis is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in the spring and the plants should be spaced about 12 inches apart. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Deadheading the flowers will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Espeletia mutabilis

Espeletia mutabilis is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It can be found in high-altitude páramo grasslands.

Espeletia mutabilis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Espeletia mutabilis?

Espeletia mutabilis is found in the high-altitude paramo grasslands of the northern Andes.

What is the average height of Espeletia mutabilis?

Espeletia mutabilis typically grows to a height of 0.5 to 1.5 meters.

What is the flowering period for Espeletia mutabilis?

Espeletia mutabilis typically flowers from July to September.

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

Betsy Viviana Rodríguez-Cabeza (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rodr.-Cabeza' in the authors string.
Santiago Díaz Piedrahita (1944-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Díaz' in the authors string.