Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
constanzae
ID:
93363

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 36(1): 464 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092692



Common Names

  • Ignurbia constanzae
  • Constanza's Ignurbia
  • Ignurbia


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Synonyms

  • Senecio constanzae Urb. [unknown]

Description

Ignurbia constanzae (also called Constanza's ignurbia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of 1-2 meters. The leaves are elliptic to ovate and dark green in color. It is found in dry forests and scrublands at elevations of 0-1000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Ignurbia constanzae has been used as a source of food and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ignurbia constanzae is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, upright stems and oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ignurbia constanzae is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done through division of the clumps in spring or autumn. Seeds can also be used, but they require stratification before sowing.

Where to Find Ignurbia constanzae

Ignurbia constanzae is native to the Andes Mountains of South America and can be found in the Andes Mountains of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Ignurbia constanzae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ignurbia constanzae?

Ignurbia constanzae

What is the common name of Ignurbia constanzae?

Constanza's Ignurbia

What is the natural habitat of Ignurbia constanzae?

Grasslands and scrublands

Species in the Ignurbia 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-48929: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.