Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35(1): 55. 1976
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040988
Common Names
- Garciae Espeletiopsis
- Garciae Goldenbush
- Garciae Rayless Goldenbush
Description
Espeletiopsis garciae (also called Garcia's Espeletiopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves that are lanceolate in shape and have toothed margins. It grows in open grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Espeletiopsis garciae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Espeletiopsis garciae has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Espeletiopsis garciae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is best to water the plant regularly and avoid over-watering.
Where to Find Espeletiopsis garciae
Espeletiopsis garciae is native to Colombia.
Espeletiopsis garciae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Espeletiopsis garciae?
Espeletiopsis garciae
What is the common name of Espeletiopsis garciae?
Garcia's Espeletiopsis
What is the natural habitat of Espeletiopsis garciae?
High-altitude grasslands in the Andes
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,