Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
jelskii
ID:
84988

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hieron.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 39: 49 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084317



Common Names

  • Yacón
  • Peruvian Ground Apple
  • Apple of the Earth


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Synonyms

  • Polymnia jelskii Hieron. [unknown]

Description

Smallanthus jelskii (also called Yacón, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Smallanthus jelskii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Smallanthus jelskii is a yellow-orange daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark-brown nut with a hard shell. The seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Smallanthus jelskii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a cool, moist environment. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated by cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Smallanthus jelskii

Smallanthus jelskii can be found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides in Europe and parts of Asia.

Smallanthus jelskii FAQ

What is the common name of Smallanthus jelskii?

Jelski's Sunflower

What is the optimal soil pH for Smallanthus jelskii?

6.0 - 7.5

What is the optimal temperature for Smallanthus jelskii?

60-75°F

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-40766: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.