Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
weddelii
ID:
124497

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 66 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123826



Common Names

  • Weddel's Espeletia
  • Colombian Waxflower
  • Weddel's Waxflower


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Description

Espeletia weddelii (also called Weddell's Espeletia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in high-altitude grasslands and rocky cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia weddelii is a perennial herb with yellow flowers. It is used as an ornamental plant, for ground cover, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and birds to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Espeletia weddelii are yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a tuft of white hairs at the end. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia weddelii is a perennial herb native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings in the spring or fall. It can also be divided in the spring or fall. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Espeletia weddelii

Espeletia weddelii is native to South America and can be found in Colombia and Venezuela.

Espeletia weddelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espeletia weddelii?

Espeletia weddelii

What is the common name of Espeletia weddelii?

Weddel's Espeletia

Where is Espeletia weddelii native to?

Colombia

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

Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:205204-1: Based on the initial data import