Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rositae
ID:
33878

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 4: 164, fig. 5, 12 I, tab. 3 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033207



Common Names

  • Rositae Espeletia
  • Rositae Colombian Waxweed
  • Rositae Waxweed


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Synonyms

  • Espeletia rositae rositae [unknown]

Description

Espeletia rositae (also called Frailejón, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has a single stem that can reach up to 3 m in height and is covered with white hairs. Its leaves are oblong and its flowers are yellow and clustered. It is found in high-altitude grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia rositae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and yellow flower heads. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat stomach ailments, headaches, and skin problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Espeletia rositae var. macrocephala Cuatrec.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Espeletia rositae has yellow flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia rositae is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Espeletia rositae

Espeletia rositae is found in the Andes mountains of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Espeletia rositae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espeletia rositae?

Espeletia rositae

What is the common name of Espeletia rositae?

Andean daisy

What is the natural habitat of Espeletia rositae?

High-altitude grasslands

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-132107: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.