Espeletiopsis cristalinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cristalinensis
ID:
31517
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 55 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030846
Common Names
- Espeletiopsis cristalinensis
- Cristalinensis' Espeletiopsis
- Cristalinensis' False Lettuce
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Espeletia cristalinensis Cuatrec. [unknown]
Description
Espeletiopsis cristalinensis (also called 'Cristalina daisy' and 'Cristalina fleabane', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has white flowers and lanceolate leaves. It grows in moist, well-drained soils and prefers full sun.
Uses & Benefits
Espeletiopsis cristalinensis is used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of food for animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Espeletiopsis cristalinensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, upright stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Espeletiopsis cristalinensis is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial that is native to South America. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Espeletiopsis cristalinensis
Espeletiopsis cristalinensis can be found in the Andes Mountains of Colombia and Ecuador.
Espeletiopsis cristalinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Espeletiopsis cristalinensis?
Espeletiopsis cristalinensis
What type of plant is Espeletiopsis cristalinensis?
It is an annual herb
Where is Espeletiopsis cristalinensis found?
It is found in South America
Species in the Espeletiopsis genus
Espeletiopsis colombiana, Espeletiopsis trianae, Espeletiopsis jimenez-quesadae, Espeletiopsis purpurascens, Espeletiopsis muiska, Espeletiopsis jajoensis, Espeletiopsis pozoensis, Espeletiopsis cristalinensis, Espeletiopsis bogotensis, Espeletiopsis caldasii, Espeletiopsis pleiochasia, Espeletiopsis sclerophylla, Espeletiopsis betancurii, Espeletiopsis garciae, Espeletiopsis sanchezii, Espeletiopsis pannosa, Espeletiopsis petiolata, Espeletiopsis santanderensis, Espeletiopsis angustifolia, Espeletiopsis meridensis, Espeletiopsis insignis, Espeletiopsis guacharaca, Espeletiopsis corymbosa, Espeletiopsis almorzana, Espeletiopsis funckii, Espeletiopsis rabanalensis, Espeletiopsis diazii,
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-129838: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.