Status:
valid
Authors:
(Phil.) Klingenb.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot. 157: 96 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331457
Common Names
- Notopappus Andinus
- Andinus Notopappus
- Andean Notopappus
Description
Notopappus andinus (also called 'Andean Notopappus', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Notopappus andinus is used as an ornamental plant, and is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Notopappus andinus has bright yellow flowers with a single row of petals and a single seed in each seed head. The seedlings are short and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Notopappus andinus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division should be done in early spring or autumn.
Where to Find Notopappus andinus
Notopappus andinus is native to South America.
Notopappus andinus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Notopappus andinus?
Notopappus andinus
Where is Notopappus andinus found?
Andes Mountains, South America
What is the habitat of Notopappus andinus?
It grows in dry, rocky areas
Species in the Notopappus genus
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,