Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
azuayensis
ID:
86125

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 56: 158 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085454



Common Names

  • Loricaria azuayensis
  • Azuayensis Loricaria
  • Loricaria


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Description

Loricaria azuayensis (also called Azuay Loricaria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America, and is found in forests and grasslands. It has yellow flowers and lanceolate leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Loricaria azuayensis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Loricaria azuayensis is a small, yellow-green, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loricaria azuayensis is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a cold frame in early spring. To propagate by cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in the summer and root them in a sandy soil mix. Plant the rooted cuttings in well-drained soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Loricaria azuayensis

Loricaria azuayensis is a species of flowering plant found in Ecuador. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as near streams, ponds, and lakes.

Loricaria azuayensis FAQ

What are the common names of Loricaria azuayensis?

Loricaria azuayensis is commonly known as Azuay Loricaria.

What is the natural habitat of Loricaria azuayensis?

Loricaria azuayensis is native to the Andes Mountains of Ecuador.

What is the flower color of Loricaria azuayensis?

The flowers of Loricaria azuayensis are yellow or orange.

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-41863: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.