Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
quichensis
ID:
94987

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.M.Coult.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 39: 51 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094316



Common Names

  • Quichensis Smallanthus
  • Smallanthus Quichensis
  • Smallanthus Quichense


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Description

Smallanthus quichensis (also called Quiché Yacón, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to the Andes region of South America and is found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Smallanthus quichensis has been used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It has also been used as a food source for livestock and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Smallanthus quichensis is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black and oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Smallanthus quichensis is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or from seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in a light, sandy soil. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Smallanthus quichensis

Smallanthus quichensis is native to Central and South America and can be found in moist, tropical areas.

Smallanthus quichensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Smallanthus quichensis?

Smallanthus quichensis

What is the common name of Smallanthus quichensis?

Quichensis Sunflower

What is the natural habitat of Smallanthus quichensis?

It is native to South America

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

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
John Merle Coulter (1851-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Coult.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:237507-2: Based on the initial data import