Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 114(2): 544 (2001).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031781
Common Names
- Fleischmannia altihuanucana
- Altihuanucana Fleischmannia
- Mountain Fleischmannia
Description
Fleischmannia altihuanucana (also called highland fleischmannia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Central America and is found in dry and moist grasslands at elevations between 0 and 1,000 meters. It has small, yellow flowers and lance-shaped, dark green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Fleischmannia altihuanucana is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, cold, and cough.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Fleischmannia altihuanucana has small yellow flowers with white centers, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fleischmannia altihuanucana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Fleischmannia altihuanucana
Fleischmannia altihuanucana is native to Peru and is found in dry forests and grasslands. It can be purchased from nurseries and online retailers.
Fleischmannia altihuanucana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Fleischmannia altihuanucana?
Fleischmannia altihuanucana
What is the common name of Fleischmannia altihuanucana?
Altihuanucana Fleischmannia
What is the natural habitat of Fleischmannia altihuanucana?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
Species in the Fleischmannia genus
Fleischmannia soratae,
Fleischmannia yungasensis,
Fleischmannia laxicephala,
Fleischmannia anisopoda,
Fleischmannia narinoensis,
Fleischmannia klattiana,
Fleischmannia yucatanensis,
Fleischmannia ejidensis,
Fleischmannia microstemoides,
Fleischmannia bohlmanniana,
Fleischmannia matudae,
Fleischmannia mayorii,
Fleischmannia capillipes,
Fleischmannia tamboensis,
Fleischmannia bridgesii,
Fleischmannia imitans,
Fleischmannia crocodilia,
Fleischmannia guatemalensis,
Fleischmannia arguta,
Fleischmannia obscurifolia,
Fleischmannia hemonophylla,
Fleischmannia sideritides,
Fleischmannia antiquorum,
Fleischmannia prasiifolia,
Fleischmannia sinclairii,
Fleischmannia quirozii,
Fleischmannia altihuanucana,
Fleischmannia coibensis,
Fleischmannia porphyranthema,
Fleischmannia monagasensis,
Fleischmannia bergantinensis,
Fleischmannia multinervis,
Fleischmannia granatensis,
Fleischmannia allenii,
Fleischmannia ferreyrae,
Fleischmannia laxa,
Fleischmannia zakii,
Fleischmannia fragilis,
Fleischmannia purpusii,
Fleischmannia viscidipes,
Fleischmannia schickendantzii,
Fleischmannia harlingii,
Fleischmannia marginata,
Fleischmannia lloensis,
Fleischmannia davidsmithii,
Fleischmannia sinaloensis,
Fleischmannia dissolvens,
Fleischmannia loxensis,
Fleischmannia hammellii,
Fleischmannia blakei,
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,