Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
soroca
ID:
52386

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Díaz & Rodr.-Cabeza

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 30(116): 334 (-336, 338; figs (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000051715



Common Names

  • Espeletia
  • Soroca
  • Espeletia soroca


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Description

Espeletia soroca (also called Soroca espeletia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has purple flowers and grows in wet mountain forests. It is found in the mountains of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia soroca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Espeletia soroca is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia soroca is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes. It is best grown in well-drained, loamy soil in full sun. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Espeletia soroca

Espeletia soroca is native to South America and can be found in open woodlands, prairies, and disturbed areas.

Espeletia soroca FAQ

What type of plant is Espeletia soroca?

Espeletia soroca is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.

Where is Espeletia soroca found?

Espeletia soroca is found in Colombia.

What are the characteristics of Espeletia soroca?

Espeletia soroca is an herbaceous perennial with yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

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.