Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oswaldiana
ID:
46395

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Díaz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Mutisia n.° 32: 1, fig. 1, 2 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045724



Common Names

  • Espeletia oswaldiana
  • Oswald's False Daisy
  • Oswald's Daisy


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Description

Espeletia oswaldiana (also called Oswald's Espeletia, among many other common names) is a shrub of the Asteraceae family. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate to lanceolate. It is native to the Andes of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela. It grows in humid montane forests, between 2,000 and 3,500 meters above sea level.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia oswaldiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Espeletia oswaldiana has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single, thin stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia oswaldiana is a perennial plant that is native to the Andes Mountains. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Espeletia oswaldiana

Espeletia oswaldiana is native to the mountains of the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with rocky soils and sunny climates.

Espeletia oswaldiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espeletia oswaldiana?

Espeletia oswaldiana

What is the natural habitat of Espeletia oswaldiana?

Espeletia oswaldiana is found in dry, rocky habitats in the Andes Mountains.

What is the flowering season of Espeletia oswaldiana?

Espeletia oswaldiana typically flowers in late spring and early summer.

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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