Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mancoana
ID:
12417

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 20: 333 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011746



Common Names

  • Neocuatrecasia mancoana
  • Manco's Neocuatrecasia
  • Manco's Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium mancoanum B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Neocuatrecasia mancoana (also called 'Cochabamba Cactus', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are alternate, ovate and entire. It grows in dry meadows, grasslands and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Neocuatrecasia mancoana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neocuatrecasia mancoana is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neocuatrecasia mancoana is a perennial herb that is native to the Andes Mountains of Peru. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Neocuatrecasia mancoana

Neocuatrecasia mancoana can be found in dry, open areas in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Neocuatrecasia mancoana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neocuatrecasia mancoana?

Neocuatrecasia mancoana

What is the common name of Neocuatrecasia mancoana?

Mancoana Neocuatrecasia

What is the optimal growing environment for Neocuatrecasia mancoana?

Full sun to partial shade, in moist, well-drained soil

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-111379: 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.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.