Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 56 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036956
Common Names
- Pleiochasia Espeletiopsis
- Pleiochasia Silverbush
- Pleiochasia Groundsel
Description
Espeletiopsis pleiochasia (also called Many-Branched Espeletiopsis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Andes Mountains in South America and is found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Espeletiopsis pleiochasia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Espeletiopsis pleiochasia var. socotana (Cuatrec.) Diazgr.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Espeletiopsis pleiochasia is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, light brown, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Espeletiopsis pleiochasia is a perennial herb native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in the spring. Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants in the summer.
Where to Find Espeletiopsis pleiochasia
Espeletiopsis pleiochasia can be found in the western United States, from California to Arizona.
Espeletiopsis pleiochasia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Espeletiopsis pleiochasia?
Espeletiopsis pleiochasia
What is the common name of Espeletiopsis pleiochasia?
Many-flowered Espeletiopsis
What is the natural habitat of Espeletiopsis pleiochasia?
Dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky hillsides
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,