Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
atratoensis
ID:
81556

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 8: 159 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080885

Common Names

  • Atratoensis Daisy
  • Piptocarpha
  • Atratoensis

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Description

Piptocarpha atratoensis (also called Atrato Piptocarpha, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Colombia. It has a stem that is up to 1 meter tall and is covered in small white hairs. It is found in open areas, such as fields and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Piptocarpha atratoensis is a small shrub with yellow flowers that can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat coughs and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piptocarpha atratoensis has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a head-like structure. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piptocarpha atratoensis is a fast-growing, short-lived perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Piptocarpha atratoensis

Piptocarpha atratoensis is native to Colombia and can be found in the Atrato River basin.

Piptocarpha atratoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piptocarpha atratoensis?

Piptocarpha atratoensis

What are the common names of Piptocarpha atratoensis?

Piptocarpha, Atratoensis

What is the growth habit of Piptocarpha atratoensis?

Piptocarpha atratoensis is a perennial herb

Species in the Piptocarpha genus

Piptocarpha canescens, Piptocarpha steyermarkii, Piptocarpha quadrangularis, Piptocarpha tomentosa, Piptocarpha ramiflora, Piptocarpha poeppigiana, Piptocarpha gutierrezii, Piptocarpha oblonga, Piptocarpha geraldsmithii, Piptocarpha lucida, Piptocarpha densifolia, Piptocarpha opaca, Piptocarpha notata, Piptocarpha organensis, Piptocarpha jonesiana, Piptocarpha isotrichia, Piptocarpha vasquezii, Piptocarpha riedelii, Piptocarpha klugii, Piptocarpha densifolia, Piptocarpha obovata, Piptocarpha subcorymbosa, Piptocarpha verticillata, Piptocarpha stifftioides, Piptocarpha prancei, Piptocarpha tetrantha, Piptocarpha gustavo-valerioana, Piptocarpha triflora, Piptocarpha auyantepuiensis, Piptocarpha ramboi, Piptocarpha rotundifolia, Piptocarpha macropoda, Piptocarpha sellovii, Piptocarpha opacs, Piptocarpha lechleri, Piptocarpha richteri, Piptocarpha axlllaris, Piptocarpha boyacensis, Piptocarpha tetrantha, Piptocarpha leprosa, Piptocarpha verticillata, Piptocarpha megaphylla, Piptocarpha robusta, Piptocarpha matogrossensis, Piptocarpha atratoensis, Piptocarpha asterotricha, Piptocarpha prancei, Piptocarpha angustifolia, Piptocarpha brasiliana, Piptocarpha axillaris,

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-37453: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.