Espeletia occidentalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
31202
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 1: 520 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030531
Common Names
- Espeletia occidentalis
- Western Espeletia
- Western Giant-daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Espeletia occidentalis (also called Western Espeletia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Colombia and Venezuela. It grows up to 5 meters tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in moist, well-drained soils and prefers shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Espeletia occidentalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various health conditions.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Espeletia occidentalis sub. occidentalisEspeletia occidentalis sub. antioquensis (Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Espeletia occidentalis is a white or pinkish-white daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, long stem with a few leaves.
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Espeletia occidentalis can be propagated by seed or by division of clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division of clumps should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be grown in full sun in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Espeletia occidentalis
Espeletia occidentalis is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Espeletia occidentalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Espeletia occidentalis?
Espeletia occidentalis
What is the common name of Espeletia occidentalis?
Western espeletia
What is the habitat of Espeletia occidentalis?
Open, dry areas, such as grasslands and chaparral
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-129518: Based on the initial data import
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.