Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenorae
ID:
119835

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aristeg.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Venez. Ci. Nat. 20: 275, figs (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119164



Common Names

  • Espeletia Tenorae
  • Andean Tree Daisy
  • Espeletia


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Description

Espeletia tenorae (also called Tenor's Espeletia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is typically found in high-altitude grasslands and other high-altitude habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia tenorae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Espeletia tenorae has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia tenorae can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The roots should be divided into small clumps and replanted.

Where to Find Espeletia tenorae

Espeletia tenorae is found in the Andean region of Colombia and Venezuela.

Espeletia tenorae FAQ

What type of soil does Espeletia tenorae prefer?

Espeletia tenorae prefers moist, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

How much sunlight does Espeletia tenorae need?

Espeletia tenorae needs full sun to partial shade.

What type of climate does Espeletia tenorae prefer?

Espeletia tenorae prefers a cool, moist climate.

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-80466: Based on the initial data import
Leandro Aristeguieta (1923-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aristeg.' in the authors string.