Status:
valid
Authors:
Hieron.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 40(3): 369 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128454
Common Names
- Helogyne tacaquirensis
- Tacana Daisy
- Tacana Sunflower
Description
Helogyne tacaquirensis (also called Tacaquire Helogyne, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Helogyne tacaquirensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its bright yellow flowers make it a great choice for adding color and texture to any landscape.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Helogyne tacaquirensis has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helogyne tacaquirensis is a perennial plant native to the Venezuelan Andes. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in early spring.
Where to Find Helogyne tacaquirensis
Helogyne tacaquirensis is native to Venezuela and can be found in the Andes Mountains.
Helogyne tacaquirensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helogyne tacaquirensis?
Helogyne tacaquirensis
What is the common name of Helogyne tacaquirensis?
Tacaquire Helogyne
What is the natural habitat of Helogyne tacaquirensis?
Dry grassland and rocky slopes
Species in the Helogyne genus
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Abrotanella linearis,
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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,