Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
arborea
ID:
68674

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 30: 219 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068003

Common Names

  • Aristeguietia arborea
  • Tree Aristeguietia
  • Tree Huayruro

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Description

Aristeguietia arborea (also called Tree Aristeguietia, among many other common names) is a shrub in the Aristeguietiaceae family. It has small yellow flowers and lanceolate leaves. It is native to South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aristeguietia arborea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with dry soils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aristeguietia arborea is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, round and dark brown in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single long stem with a rosette of leaves at the base.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aristeguietia arborea is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or autumn. The seed should be lightly covered and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires little care and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Aristeguietia arborea

Aristeguietia arborea is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Aristeguietia arborea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aristeguietia arborea?

Aristeguietia arborea

What is the common name of Aristeguietia arborea?

Tree Aristeguietia

What is the natural habitat of Aristeguietia arborea?

Grassy areas, meadows, and open woods

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-24860: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.