Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ullucosana
ID:
40355

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hieron.) S.Díaz & Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Acad. Col. Ci. Exact., Fis. Nat. 12: 149. 1999

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039684



Common Names

  • Pentacalia ullucosana
  • Ulluco Pentacalia
  • Ulluco


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Synonyms

  • Dendrophorbium ullucosanum (Hieron.) C.Jeffrey [unknown]
  • Senecio ullucosanus Hieron. [unknown]

Description

Pentacalia ullucosana (also called Ulluco, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Solanaceae, native to the Andes of Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia. It is an herbaceous perennial plant growing to 0.3 m tall by 0.3 m wide, with heart-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in high-altitude grasslands, often in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia ullucosana has been used for medicinal purposes, such as for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used for making dyes and for making a type of traditional beer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pentacalia ullucosana is a single, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and have a single, yellow, daisy-like flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia ullucosana is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the root clumps. Seeds should be sown in the spring and divisions should be done in the fall.

Where to Find Pentacalia ullucosana

Pentacalia ullucosana can be found in the Andes, from Colombia to Bolivia.

Pentacalia ullucosana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia ullucosana?

Pentacalia ullucosana

What is the common name of Pentacalia ullucosana?

Ulluco Pentacalia

What is the habitat of Pentacalia ullucosana?

Dry grassland, scrub, and rocky slopes

Species in the Pentacalia genus

Pentacalia decomposita, Pentacalia albotecta, Pentacalia ptariana, Pentacalia campii, Pentacalia rugosa, Pentacalia hillii, Pentacalia cazaletii, Pentacalia uribei, Pentacalia imbricatifolia, Pentacalia tarapotensis, Pentacalia venturae, Pentacalia epiphytica, Pentacalia pleniaurita, Pentacalia veleziae, Pentacalia carmelana, Pentacalia sevillana, Pentacalia lindenii, Pentacalia retroflexa, Pentacalia pailasensis, Pentacalia ellipticifolia, Pentacalia cadiriensis, Pentacalia balsasana, Pentacalia lucidissima, Pentacalia psidiifolia, Pentacalia jelskii, Pentacalia arborea, Pentacalia floccosa, Pentacalia haticoensis, Pentacalia carchiensis, Pentacalia purpurivenosa, Pentacalia subdiscolor, Pentacalia huamaliensis, Pentacalia oronocensis, Pentacalia aclydiphylla, Pentacalia apiculata, Pentacalia ucumariana, Pentacalia chachapoyensis, Pentacalia phanerandra, Pentacalia amplexicaulis, Pentacalia scitophylla, Pentacalia marinii, Pentacalia millei, Pentacalia chachapoyensis, Pentacalia miguelii, Pentacalia trianae, Pentacalia stergiosii, Pentacalia teretifolia, Pentacalia tonduzii, Pentacalia urbanii, Pentacalia supernitens,

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-138383: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Santiago Díaz Piedrahita (1944-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Díaz' in the authors string.