Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuatrecasasii
ID:
85730

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pruski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 34: 3 (-5) (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085059



Common Names

  • Cuatrecasas' Oyedaea
  • Oyedaea
  • Cuatrecasas' Thistle


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Description

Oyedaea cuatrecasasii (also called Cuatrecasas' Oyedaea, among many other common names) is a shrub species of the family Asteraceae. It is native to the Andes of Colombia and Venezuela. It grows in high-altitude mountain grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Oyedaea cuatrecasasii is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also known for its ability to attract birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oyedaea cuatrecasasii has yellow flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oyedaea cuatrecasasii is an evergreen shrub that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by cuttings in summer or by seed in spring.

Where to Find Oyedaea cuatrecasasii

Oyedaea cuatrecasasii is native to Mexico and can be found in mountain forests and woodlands.

Oyedaea cuatrecasasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oyedaea cuatrecasasii?

Oyedaea cuatrecasasii

What is the common name of Oyedaea cuatrecasasii?

Cuatrecasas' Oyedaea

What is the natural habitat of Oyedaea cuatrecasasii?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Andes Mountains

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-41478: Based on the initial data import
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.