Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pachoana
ID:
14381

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 4: 165, fig. 6, 12E, tab. 4 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013710



Common Names

  • Pachoana Espeletia
  • Pachoana
  • Espeletia


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Description

Espeletia pachoana (also called Pacho's Espeletia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It has thick, leathery leaves, and yellow flower heads with white petals. It grows in open, sunny areas, and is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia pachoana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Espeletia pachoana is a white, star-shaped flower with 5 petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia pachoana is a perennial plant that is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is usually done through division of the root clump or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Espeletia pachoana

Espeletia pachoana can be found in Colombia and Venezuela.

Espeletia pachoana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espeletia pachoana?

Espeletia pachoana

What is the common name of Espeletia pachoana?

Pachoana espeletia

What type of plant is Espeletia pachoana?

Perennial herb

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-113257: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.