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valid
                
                
                    
Authors:
(Aristeg.) Cuatrec.
                
                
                    
Source:
gcc
                
                
                    
Year:
1976
                
                
                    
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 56 (1976)
                
                
                    
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024861
                
             
            
            
                
                
                
            
            
            
                                    
                        Common Names
                        
                        - Espeletiopsis jajoensis
- Espeletiopsis
- Jajoensis
 
                                
                
                    
                    
                    
                
                
                
                
                                                    
                        Description
                        
                            Espeletiopsis jajoensis (also called Jajo Espeletiopsis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It is found in grasslands, disturbed areas, and other open habitats.                        
                     
                                
                                    
                        Uses & Benefits
                        
                            Espeletiopsis jajoensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.                        
                     
                                
                                                    
                        Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
                        
                            Espeletiopsis jajoensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, narrow leaves.                        
                     
                                
                
                
                                    
                        Cultivation and Propagation
                        
                            Espeletiopsis jajoensis is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant compact and to encourage new growth.                        
                     
                                                    
                        Where to Find Espeletiopsis jajoensis
                        
                            Espeletiopsis jajoensis is native to Colombia and can be found in the northern part of the country.                        
                     
                
                                    
                        Espeletiopsis jajoensis FAQ
                        
                            What type of plant is Espeletiopsis jajoensis?
It is a perennial herb
Where is Espeletiopsis jajoensis native to?
It is native to South America
What is the scientific name of Espeletiopsis jajoensis?
Espeletiopsis jajoensis
 
                     
                
                                    
                        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,