Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cuzcoensis
ID:
66090

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 60: 83 (-84), fig (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065419



Common Names

  • Cuzcoensis
  • Neocuatrecasia
  • Cuzco Andean Daisy


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Description

Neocuatrecasia cuzcoensis (also called 'Cuzco Neocuatrecasia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Andes. It has small, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in rocky areas, grasslands and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Neocuatrecasia cuzcoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neocuatrecasia cuzcoensis is a small, yellow-green flower. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neocuatrecasia cuzcoensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes Mountains in Peru. It is a low-growing plant that grows to a height of about 10 cm. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the rhizomes. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position. Division of the rhizomes can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Neocuatrecasia cuzcoensis

Neocuatrecasia cuzcoensis is native to South America and can be found in dry meadows, grasslands, and open forests.

Neocuatrecasia cuzcoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neocuatrecasia cuzcoensis?

Neocuatrecasia cuzcoensis

What is the common name of Neocuatrecasia cuzcoensis?

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Where is Neocuatrecasia cuzcoensis native to?

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-22337: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.