Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tepuiana
ID:
75254

Status:
valid

Authors:
(V.M.Badillo) Pruski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Novon 6(4): 407 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074583

Common Names

  • Tepuian Oyedaea
  • Tepuian Oyeda
  • Tepuian Oyeda Plant

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Description

Oyedaea tepuiana (also called the Venezuelan Oyedaea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall and is native to the Venezuelan Andes. It is found in montane forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Oyedaea tepuiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments including fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oyedaea tepuiana is a small, yellow, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oyedaea tepuiana is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer, and should be placed in a moist, well-draining soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn, and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Oyedaea tepuiana

Oyedaea tepuiana can be found in the Guayana Shield of South America, from Venezuela to Brazil.

Oyedaea tepuiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oyedaea tepuiana?

Oyedaea tepuiana

What is the common name of Oyedaea tepuiana?

Tepui Oyedaea

What type of plant is Oyedaea tepuiana?

Perennial herb

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-31303: Based on the initial data import
Víctor Manuel Badillo (1920-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.M.Badillo' in the authors string.
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.