Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cocuyense
ID:
94053

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Ciencia (Mexico) 21: 25 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093382



Common Names

  • Oritrophium cocuyense
  • Cocuyo Starwort
  • Cocuyo Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Erigeron cocuyensis Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Oritrophium cocuyense (also called Cocuy Grama, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Andes Mountains of Colombia and Venezuela. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Oritrophium cocuyense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating digestive issues, skin diseases, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Oritrophium cocuyense has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are covered in white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oritrophium cocuyense is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered spot, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It is also drought tolerant, but will flower more profusely with regular watering.

Where to Find Oritrophium cocuyense

Oritrophium cocuyense can be found in the Andes mountains of Colombia and Venezuela.

Oritrophium cocuyense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oritrophium cocuyense?

Oritrophium cocuyense

What is the common name of Oritrophium cocuyense?

Cocuy Palm

What type of soil does Oritrophium cocuyense prefer?

Well-drained, sandy or loamy soils

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-49602: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.