Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
erepsis
ID:
1335387

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer & Hirtz) Karremans & S.Vieira-Uribe

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 295(2): 124 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347841



Common Names

  • Andinia erepsis
  • Erepsis Andinia
  • Erepsis Plant


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Description

Andinia erepsis (also called Erepsis Andinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Peru. It has a rosette of basal leaves and grows in high-altitude grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Andinia erepsis is a species of flowering plant that is often used for ornamental purposes in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping, as it is a low-maintenance and drought-tolerant plant. The flowers of Andinia erepsis are used to make fragrant oils, which are used in perfumes, cosmetics, and food and beverage products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andinia erepsis has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andinia erepsis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 foot in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Andinia erepsis

Andinia erepsis can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America, particularly in Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia.

Andinia erepsis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andinia erepsis?

Andinia erepsis

What is the family of Andinia erepsis?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Andinia erepsis?

Erepsis andinia

Species in the Andinia genus

Andinia dalstroemii, Andinia hystricosa, Andinia ibex, Andinia lappacea, Andinia panica, Andinia pentamytera, Andinia pogonion, Andinia schizopogon, Andinia trimytera, Andinia vestigipetala, Andinia hirtzii, Andinia dielsii, Andinia pensilis, Andinia sunchubambensis, Andinia wayqechensis, Andinia dactyla, Andinia lueri, Andinia nummularia, Andinia stalactites, Andinia ariasiana, Andinia auriculata, Andinia bifida, Andinia cardiocheila, Andinia catella, Andinia caveroi, Andinia chaoae, Andinia chelosepala, Andinia chilopsis, Andinia ciliaris, Andinia composita, Andinia cordilabia, Andinia dentata, Andinia destituta, Andinia erepsis, Andinia exigua, Andinia geminipetala, Andinia hippocrepica, Andinia irrasa, Andinia lunaris, Andinia lunatocheila, Andinia lupula, Andinia lynniana, Andinia macrotica, Andinia micropetala, Andinia mongei, Andinia monilia, Andinia montis-rotundi, Andinia octocornuta, Andinia ortiziana, Andinia pendens,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Alexander C. Hirtz (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hirtz' in the authors string.
Adam P. Karremans (b.1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Karremans' in the authors string.
Sebastián Vieira Uribe (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Vieira-Uribe' in the authors string.