Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
weddellii
ID:
41594

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 66 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040923

Common Names

  • Espeletia weddellii
  • Weddell's Espeletia
  • Weddell's Espeleta

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Description

Espeletia weddellii (also called Weddell's Espeletia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and hairy leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletia weddellii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and also as a medicinal plant to treat fever and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Espeletia weddellii is yellow and tubular. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened disc. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletia weddellii is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or early summer. Seeds can also be used for propagation, but they require a period of cold stratification.

Where to Find Espeletia weddellii

Espeletia weddellii is native to the Andes Mountains and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Espeletia weddellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espeletia weddellii?

Espeletia weddellii

What is the common name of Espeletia weddellii?

Weddell's Espeletia

What is the natural habitat of Espeletia weddellii?

It is found in high-altitude grasslands and open woodlands in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Species in the Espeletia genus

Espeletia lopezii, Espeletia congestiflora, Espeletia nemekenei, Espeletia ariana, Espeletia rufescens, Espeletia idroboi, Espeletia summapacis, Espeletia tillettii, Espeletia chocontana, Espeletia roberti, Espeletia jaramilloi, Espeletia pachoana, Espeletia azucarina, Espeletia brachyaxiantha, Espeletia incana, Espeletia marnixiana, Espeletia argentea, Espeletia cayetana, Espeletia discoidea, Espeletia leporina, Espeletia arbelaezii, Espeletia canescens, Espeletia cleefii, Espeletia guascensis, Espeletia episcopalis, Espeletia occidentalis, Espeletia rositae, Espeletia estanislana, Espeletia mutabilis, Espeletia frontinoensis, Espeletia praefrontina, Espeletia ulotricha, Espeletia weddellii, Espeletia verdeana, Espeletia paipana, Espeletia algodonosa, Espeletia oswaldiana, Espeletia aristeguietana, Espeletia soroca, Espeletia batata, Espeletia schultesiana, Espeletia cuniculorum, Espeletia nana, Espeletia almorzana, Espeletia schultzii, Espeletia tapirophila, Espeletia barclayana, Espeletia conglomerata, Espeletia perijaensis, Espeletia annemariana,

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

Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:205204-1: Based on the initial data import