Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
quadrangularis
ID:
17567

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Wochenschr. Vereines Beförd. Gartenbaues Konigl. Preuss. Staaten 7: 407. 1864 [24 Dec 1864]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016896



Common Names

  • Quadrangularis Montanoa
  • Montanoa Quadrangularis
  • Quadrangularis Montanoa Plant


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Synonyms

  • Montanoa lehmannii Hieron. [unknown]
  • Montanoa excelsa Ernst [unknown]
  • Montanoa lehmannii (Hieron.) S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Montanoa tamayonis Aristeg. [unknown]
  • Eriocoma moritziana Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Montanoa quadrangularis (also called Square-stemmed Montanoa, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, erect stem. It is native to South America, and is found in a variety of habitats including grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Montanoa quadrangularis is an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used to make a dye. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Montanoa quadrangularis is a yellow or orange-yellow flower head. The seeds are small, black, and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of spiny leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Montanoa quadrangularis is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer, and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Montanoa quadrangularis

Montanoa quadrangularis can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Montanoa quadrangularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Montanoa quadrangularis?

Montanoa quadrangularis

What is the common name of Montanoa quadrangularis?

Square-stemmed Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Montanoa quadrangularis?

Grassy areas, roadsides, and disturbed habitats

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