Status:
valid
Authors:
Wedd.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 62 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117917
Common Names
- Plagiocheilus bogotensis
- Bogota Plagiocheilus
- Bogota False Daisy
Synonyms
- Hippia bogotensis Kunth [unknown]
- Plagiocheilus prostratus Benth. [unknown]
- Leptinella bogotensis DC. [unknown]
Description
Plagiocheilus bogotensis (also called Bogota Plagiocheilus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador and is found in moist montane forests. It is a perennial herb with a rosette of leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Plagiocheilus bogotensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Plagiocheilus bogotensis has small white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Plagiocheilus bogotensis is a perennial herb that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Plagiocheilus bogotensis
Plagiocheilus bogotensis is native to the Andes Mountains and can be found in high-altitude grasslands and meadows.
Plagiocheilus bogotensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Plagiocheilus bogotensis?
Plagiocheilus bogotensis
What type of plant is Plagiocheilus bogotensis?
Herb
Where is Plagiocheilus bogotensis native to?
South America
Species in the Plagiocheilus 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,