Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
soratensis
ID:
78449

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Biotropica 2: 43 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077778



Common Names

  • Llerasia soratensis
  • Llerasia
  • Soratensis


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Synonyms

  • Haplopappus soratensis S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Llerasia soratensis (also called Sorata Llerasia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Andes, and is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and rocky slopes. It has alternate, simple leaves that are lanceolate to ovate in shape, with entire margins and a pointed tip. The inflorescence is a terminal corymb of small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Llerasia soratensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Llerasia soratensis is yellow in color and is about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Llerasia soratensis is a perennial herb that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist medium. The plants should be grown in full sun and kept moist.

Where to Find Llerasia soratensis

Llerasia soratensis is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Llerasia soratensis FAQ

What are the characteristics of Llerasia soratensis?

Llerasia soratensis is an annual herbaceous plant with a height of up to 40 cm. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and the flowers are white or pink in color.

Where is Llerasia soratensis found?

Llerasia soratensis is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

What is the habitat of Llerasia soratensis?

Llerasia soratensis is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands.

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-34392: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.