Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
titicacensis
ID:
118408

Status:
valid

Authors:
Walp.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Nov. Actorum Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. Nat. Cur. 19(Suppl. 1): 296 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117737



Common Names

  • Villanova titicacensis
  • Titicaca Daisy
  • Titicaca Villanova


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Synonyms

  • Wedelia titicacensis Meyen & Walp. [unknown]
  • Vasquezia titicacensis (Meyen & Walp.) S.F.Blake [deprecated]
  • Vasquezia titicacensis (Meyen & Walp.) S.F.Blake ex Herrera [unknown]

Description

Villanova titicacensis (also called Villanova, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It has white flowers and is native to Peru and Bolivia. It is found in high-altitude grasslands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Villanova titicacensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in the production of herbal medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Villanova titicacensis is a yellow daisy-like flower head. The seeds are small, black, and have a white pappus. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Villanova titicacensis is a perennial, herbaceous plant native to the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. The plant can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Villanova titicacensis

Villanova titicacensis can be found in Peru and Bolivia.

Villanova titicacensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Villanova titicacensis?

Villanova titicacensis

What are the common names of Villanova titicacensis?

Titicaca villanova, Titicaca villanova

What is the natural habitat of Villanova titicacensis?

Dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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