Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 17(65): 211 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139359
Common Names
- Cuatrecasas' Joseanthus
- Cuatrecasas' Daisy
- Cuatrecasas' Aster
Description
Joseanthus cuatrecasasii (also called Joseanthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to Colombia. It has small, ovate leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Joseanthus cuatrecasasii is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and flower beds for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Joseanthus cuatrecasasii is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small, black and flat. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Joseanthus cuatrecasasii is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer.
Where to Find Joseanthus cuatrecasasii
Joseanthus cuatrecasasii is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is a low-growing shrub with small, yellow flowers.
Joseanthus cuatrecasasii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Joseanthus cuatrecasasii?
Joseanthus cuatrecasasii
What type of plant is Joseanthus cuatrecasasii?
Herbaceous perennial
Where is Joseanthus cuatrecasasii native to?
Colombia
Species in the Joseanthus 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,