Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
colombiana
ID:
947

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Trab. Mus. Nac. Ci. Nat., Ser. Bot. 29: 33, fig. 12 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000276



Common Names

  • Loricaria colombiana
  • Colombian Whiptail
  • Colombian Catfish


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Synonyms

  • Loricaria colombiana colombiana [unknown]

Description

Loricaria colombiana (also called Colombian Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single, tall stem with a large, white flower head. It grows in dry, rocky soils in desert scrub and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Loricaria colombiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Loricaria colombiana is a yellow-orange daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loricaria colombiana is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny location. Division should be done in spring or autumn when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Loricaria colombiana

Loricaria colombiana can be found in Colombia.

Loricaria colombiana FAQ

What are the common names of Loricaria colombiana?

Loricaria colombiana is commonly known as the Colombian Catfish.

What type of plant is Loricaria colombiana?

Loricaria colombiana is a species of plant in the Loricariidae family.

Where is Loricaria colombiana found?

Loricaria colombiana is found in the Amazon River basin in South America.

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-100259: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.