Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
meridensis
ID:
96301

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 56 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095630

Common Names

  • Espeletiopsis meridensis
  • Andean Daisy
  • Bolivian Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Espeletia meridensis Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Espeletiopsis meridensis (also called 'Merida Espeletiopsis', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in sunny, dry areas, such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletiopsis meridensis is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used in salads and as a vegetable. It also has medicinal properties, and is used to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Espeletiopsis meridensis are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletiopsis meridensis is a perennial plant that is best propagated through division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and should be watered regularly. Deadheading spent flowers will help to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Espeletiopsis meridensis

Espeletiopsis meridensis can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America, particularly in Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador.

Espeletiopsis meridensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espeletiopsis meridensis?

Espeletiopsis meridensis

What is the natural habitat of Espeletiopsis meridensis?

Espeletiopsis meridensis is native to the Andes Mountains of South America.

What are the uses of Espeletiopsis meridensis?

Espeletiopsis meridensis is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomach pain.

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-51809: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.