Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
roraimensis
ID:
11042

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steyerm.) Pruski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Novon 6(1): 101 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010371



Common Names

  • Piptocoma Roraimensis
  • Roraimensis Piptocoma
  • Piptocoma


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Synonyms

  • Pollalesta roraimensis (Steyerm.) Aristeg. [unknown]
  • Oliganthes roraimensis Steyerm. [unknown]

Description

Piptocoma roraimensis (also called Roraima Piptocoma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Guiana Highlands in South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are arranged in a rosette. It is found in humid montane forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Piptocoma roraimensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems, respiratory diseases, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piptocoma roraimensis has yellow flowers with purple centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piptocoma roraimensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Piptocoma roraimensis

Piptocoma roraimensis can be found in the northern part of South America, including Guyana, Suriname, and Venezuela.

Piptocoma roraimensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piptocoma roraimensis?

Piptocoma roraimensis

What is the common name of Piptocoma roraimensis?

Roraima Piptocoma

What type of plant is Piptocoma roraimensis?

Perennial herb

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-11004: Based on the initial data import
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.