Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
muiska
ID:
24155

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 56 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023484

Common Names

  • Espeletiopsis Muiska
  • Muiska Espeletiopsis
  • Espeletiopsis Plant

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Description

Espeletiopsis muiska (also called Muisca espeletiopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to South America and is found in dry grasslands, woodlands, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Espeletiopsis muiska is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Espeletiopsis muiska is a small, white bloom with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate with a bright green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espeletiopsis muiska is a perennial plant that is propagated through division of the root system. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to divide the root system in the spring or fall. The plant can also be propagated by seed, which should be sown in the spring or fall in well-drained soil. The seedlings should be thinned out when they reach a height of 2-3 inches.

Where to Find Espeletiopsis muiska

Espeletiopsis muiska is native to the Andes Mountains of Colombia.

Espeletiopsis muiska FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espeletiopsis muiska?

Espeletiopsis muiska

What is the common name of Espeletiopsis muiska?

Muiska Espeletiopsis

What is the natural habitat of Espeletiopsis muiska?

Grasslands, meadows, and open forests

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-122689: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.