Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sclerophylla
ID:
40156

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 56 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039485



Common Names

  • Espeletiopsis sclerophylla
  • Sclerophylla Espeletiopsis
  • Sclerophylla Andean Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Espeletia sclerophylla Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Espeletiopsis sclerophylla (also called Sclerophyllous Espeletiopsis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has opposite, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It grows in rocky soils in mountain slopes and ravines.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletiopsis sclerophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping purposes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Espeletiopsis sclerophylla is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow center. The seed is a small, black, flattened, and oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletiopsis sclerophylla is an evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Espeletiopsis sclerophylla

Espeletiopsis sclerophylla is native to South America and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Espeletiopsis sclerophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espeletiopsis sclerophylla?

Espeletiopsis sclerophylla

What is the common name of Espeletiopsis sclerophylla?

Sclerophylla Espeletiopsis

What is the natural habitat of Espeletiopsis sclerophylla?

Espeletiopsis sclerophylla is found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open woodlands, grasslands, and chaparral.

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-13819: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.