Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
steyermarkii
ID:
133605

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Ciencia (Mexico) 6: 265, fig. 6 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132934



Common Names

  • Espeletia
  • Steyermarkii Espeletia
  • Steyermarkii


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Description

Espeletia steyermarkii (also called Steyermark's Espeletia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It is native to Colombia and is found in montane habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia steyermarkii is used to make paper, rope, and baskets. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Espeletia steyermarkii is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center disk. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia steyermarkii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently.

Where to Find Espeletia steyermarkii

Espeletia steyermarkii is found in the Andes mountains in South America.

Espeletia steyermarkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espeletia steyermarkii?

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What is the common name of Espeletia steyermarkii?

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Where is Espeletia steyermarkii found?

Espeletia steyermarkii is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

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-93762: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.