Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulcherrima
ID:
81028

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rodr.-Cabeza & S.Díaz

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 30(116): 339 (-341, 344; figs (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080357



Common Names

  • Espeletia
  • Pulcherrima
  • Beautiful Espeletia


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Description

Espeletia pulcherrima (also called Beautiful Espeletia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to the Andes Mountains and is found in high-altitude grasslands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia pulcherrima is used as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory ailments, as a dye for fabrics, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Espeletia pulcherrima has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia pulcherrima is a perennial herb native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or greenhouse. Division can be done in spring or fall.

Where to Find Espeletia pulcherrima

Espeletia pulcherrima can be found in the high-altitude paramo grasslands of Colombia and Venezuela.

Espeletia pulcherrima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espeletia pulcherrima?

Espeletia pulcherrima

What is the natural habitat of Espeletia pulcherrima?

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

What is the average height of Espeletia pulcherrima?

It typically grows to a height of 1–2 m (3.3–6.6 ft).

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.