Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sodiroi
ID:
80696

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sodiro) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 29: 261~ fig. 35 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080025



Common Names

  • Sodiro's Guevaria
  • Sodiro's Daisy
  • Sodiro's Paper Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Piqueria sodiroi Hieron. [unknown]
  • Piqueria sodiroi Hieron. ex Sodiro [unknown]

Description

Guevaria sodiroi (also called Sodiro's Guevara, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Ecuador. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and produces yellow flowers in the summer. It grows in moist, shady areas and can be found in forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Guevaria sodiroi is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and for its edible fruits. It is also used for its fiber, which is used to make paper and rope.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guevaria sodiroi is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guevaria sodiroi is a perennial herb that is propagated from seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be propagated by division of the clumps or by cuttings.

Where to Find Guevaria sodiroi

Guevaria sodiroi is native to South America and can be found in open fields and disturbed sites.

Guevaria sodiroi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guevaria sodiroi?

Guevaria sodiroi

What is the natural habitat of Guevaria sodiroi?

Guevaria sodiroi is native to Ecuador.

What is the average height of Guevaria sodiroi?

Guevaria sodiroi typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.

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-36592: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Luis Sodiro (1836-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sodiro' in the authors string.