Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
santanderensis
ID:
80188

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 56 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079517



Common Names

  • Espeletiopsis
  • Santander Espeletiopsis
  • Santander Woollybush


Searching for Espeletiopsis santanderensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Espeletia santanderensis A.C.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Espeletiopsis santanderensis (also called Espeletiopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes of Colombia and Venezuela. It grows in humid montane forests, at elevations of 2000-3000 meters. Its physical characteristics include a basal rosette of leaves, and a flowering stem with few flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletiopsis santanderensis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Espeletiopsis santanderensis is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

Searching for Espeletiopsis santanderensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletiopsis santanderensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Colombia. It is easy to propagate by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Espeletiopsis santanderensis

Espeletiopsis santanderensis is native to Colombia and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Espeletiopsis santanderensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Espeletiopsis santanderensis?

Espeletiopsis santanderensis is native to the Andean region of Colombia.

What is the growth habit of Espeletiopsis santanderensis?

Espeletiopsis santanderensis is a perennial herb that grows up to 60 cm tall.

What is the flowering period of Espeletiopsis santanderensis?

Espeletiopsis santanderensis typically flowers from April to June.

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-3610: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.