Status:
valid
Authors:
Cabrera
Source:
gcc
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 4: 129, fig. 1 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091071
Common Names
- Huarpea Andina
- Andean Huarpea
- Andean Daisy
Description
Huarpea andina (also called Andean Huarpea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It has a stout, erect stem and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to South America and can be found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Huarpea andina is used for its ornamental value in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Huarpea andina has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Huarpea andina is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Once established, it requires minimal care.
Where to Find Huarpea andina
Huarpea andina is found in the Andes Mountains of South America.
Huarpea andina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Huarpea andina?
Huarpea andina
What is the common name of Huarpea andina?
Andean Huarpea
What is the habitat of Huarpea andina?
It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands
Species in the Huarpea genus
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,