Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
bogotensis
ID:
34250

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 55 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033579



Common Names

  • Bogota Daisy
  • Espeletiopsis
  • Bogota Sunflower


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Description

Espeletiopsis bogotensis (also called Bogota Espeletiopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Andes and is found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletiopsis bogotensis is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Espeletiopsis bogotensis is a yellow, five-petaled flower with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletiopsis bogotensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Espeletiopsis bogotensis

Espeletiopsis bogotensis is native to the Andes Mountains in Colombia. It can be found in the high altitude grasslands of the region.

Espeletiopsis bogotensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espeletiopsis bogotensis?

Espeletiopsis bogotensis

What is the common name of Espeletiopsis bogotensis?

Bogotensis Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Espeletiopsis bogotensis?

Grasslands, meadows and open woodlands

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-132463: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.