Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tuestae
ID:
118328

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 22 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117657



Common Names

  • Nordenstamia tuestae
  • Tuestae Nordenstamia
  • Nordenstamia Tuestae


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Synonyms

  • Gynoxys tuestae (Cuatrec.) Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Senecio tuestae Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Aequatorium tuestae (Cuatrec.) H.Rob. & Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Nordenstamia tuestae (also called Tuesta's Nordenstamia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It is typically found in open areas, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Nordenstamia tuestae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a food source for livestock, and in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nordenstamia tuestae has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nordenstamia tuestae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. It can be divided in spring or autumn, and the seed can be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame.

Where to Find Nordenstamia tuestae

Nordenstamia tuestae is native to South America and can be found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Nordenstamia tuestae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nordenstamia tuestae?

Nordenstamia tuestae

What type of plant is Nordenstamia tuestae?

Nordenstamia tuestae is a shrub

Where is Nordenstamia tuestae found?

Nordenstamia tuestae is found in Peru

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-79014: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.