Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pyramidalis
ID:
138214

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Triana) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 39: 51 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137543



Common Names

  • Pyramidal Smallanthus
  • Smallanthus Pyramidalis
  • Pyramidal Yacon


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Synonyms

  • Polymnia pyramidalis Triana [unknown]
  • Polymnia eurylepis S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Smallanthus pyramidalis (also called Pyramidal Yacon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in moist grasslands and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Smallanthus pyramidalis is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, stomachache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Smallanthus pyramidalis is yellow, star-shaped, and has 5 petals. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Smallanthus pyramidalis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Smallanthus pyramidalis

Smallanthus pyramidalis is native to South America and is found in the Andes Mountains. It can be found in parts of Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina.

Smallanthus pyramidalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Smallanthus pyramidalis?

Smallanthus pyramidalis

What is the common name of Smallanthus pyramidalis?

Pyramidal Yacon

What is the family of Smallanthus pyramidalis?

Asteraceae

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-98220: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.