Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
smithii
ID:
82702

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 106: 784 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082031



Common Names

  • Smith's Quechualia
  • Quechualia smithii
  • Smith's False Pampas Grass


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Description

Quechualia smithii (also called 'Smith's Quechualia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Peru. It has small, leathery leaves and white flowers. It is found in montane forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Quechualia smithii is a medicinal plant that is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used in gardens as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Quechualia smithii has white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centres. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quechualia smithii can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate poor soils. It can be pruned back after flowering to encourage a second flush of blooms.

Where to Find Quechualia smithii

Quechualia smithii is native to Peru and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Quechualia smithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quechualia smithii?

Quechualia smithii

What is the common name of Quechualia smithii?

Smith's quechualia

What is the natural habitat of Quechualia smithii?

Grasslands and meadows

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