Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tunamensis
ID:
47258

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 73 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046587



Common Names

  • Monticalia tunamensis
  • Tunamensis Monticalia
  • Tunamensis Mountain Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Senecio tunamensis Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Pentacalia tunamensis (Cuatrec.) Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Monticalia tunamensis (also called Tunamensis Monticalia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and can grow up to 2 meters in height. It is found in dry, open areas, such as deserts and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Monticalia tunamensis is a medicinal plant used to treat a variety of ailments, including skin problems, respiratory issues, and digestive issues. It can also be used as an ornamental in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monticalia tunamensis is a small, yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monticalia tunamensis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in a variety of climates, but is best suited to temperate and subtropical regions. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Monticalia tunamensis

Monticalia tunamensis is native to Ecuador and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Monticalia tunamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monticalia tunamensis?

Monticalia tunamensis

What is the common name of Monticalia tunamensis?

Tunas Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Monticalia tunamensis?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Monticalia genus

Monticalia elatoides, Monticalia harrietae, Monticalia verticillata, Monticalia vernicifolia, Monticalia pulchella, Monticalia ramentosa, Monticalia masonhalei, Monticalia flosfragrans, Monticalia viridialba, Monticalia firmipes, Monticalia stuebelii, Monticalia trichopus, Monticalia arbutifolia, Monticalia micropachyphylla, Monticalia magnicalyculata, Monticalia schultzei, Monticalia vernicosa, Monticalia abietina, Monticalia nigrostagnosa, Monticalia reissiana, Monticalia perijaensis, Monticalia rigidifolia, Monticalia andicola, Monticalia pachypus, Monticalia imbricatifolia, Monticalia quiroana, Monticalia hammenii, Monticalia guadalupe, Monticalia cachacoensis, Monticalia carupana, Monticalia ledifolia, Monticalia cleefii, Monticalia verticillata, Monticalia libertatis, Monticalia tunamensis, Monticalia polymera, Monticalia albiramea, Monticalia gelida, Monticalia peruviana, Monticalia teretifolia, Monticalia guicanensis, Monticalia apiculata, Monticalia angustifolia, Monticalia romeroana, Monticalia empetroides, Monticalia taironae, Monticalia vaccinioides, Monticalia summapacis, Monticalia novolanata, Monticalia juajibioyi,

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

José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:963617-1: Based on the initial data import