Espeletia semiglobulata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
semiglobulata
ID:
81020
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cuatrec.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1945
Citation Micro:
Ciencia (Mexico) 6: 264, fig. 5 (1945)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080349
Common Names
- Espeletia
- Semiglobulata
- Globular Espeletia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Espeletia semiglobulata (also called Páramo 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 semiglobulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Espeletia semiglobulata has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery coating. The seedlings are thin and wiry, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Espeletia semiglobulata 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 semiglobulata
Espeletia semiglobulata can be found in the high-altitude paramo grasslands of Colombia and Venezuela.
Espeletia semiglobulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Espeletia semiglobulata?
Espeletia semiglobulata
What is the natural habitat of Espeletia semiglobulata?
It is found in the high-altitude paramo grasslands of the northern Andes.
What is the average height of Espeletia semiglobulata?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-36918: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.