Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
praesidentis
ID:
1335057

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diazgr. & L.R.Sánchez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 76: 3 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347511



Common Names

  • Espeletia praesidentis
  • Praesidentis Espeletia
  • Praesidentis


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Description

Espeletia praesidentis (also called 'President's Espeletia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America. It is found in moist forests, open woodlands, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia praesidentis is used as a medicinal plant and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Espeletia praesidentis is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, round, and have a single, white, five-petaled flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia praesidentis can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings can be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings. Take cuttings from the stems and place them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Espeletia praesidentis

Espeletia praesidentis is native to Colombia and can be found in the forests of the Andean mountain range.

Espeletia praesidentis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espeletia praesidentis?

Espeletia praesidentis

What is the common name of Espeletia praesidentis?

President's Espeletia

What is the natural habitat of Espeletia praesidentis?

Tropical and subtropical forests in Central and South America

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

Mauricio Diazgranados (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diazgr.' in the authors string.
Luis Roberto Sánchez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.R.Sánchez' in the authors string.