Piptocoma acevedoi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acevedoi
ID:
94405
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pruski
Source:
gcc
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Novon 6: 98 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093734
Common Names
- Piptocoma Acevedoi
- Acevedo's Piptocoma
- Acevedo's Plume Thistle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Piptocoma acevedoi (also called Acevedo's piptocoma, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant that grows to a height of 10-50 cm. It is native to South America. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Piptocoma acevedoi is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Piptocoma acevedoi has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Piptocoma acevedoi is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Piptocoma acevedoi
Piptocoma acevedoi is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It is found in montane forests, cloud forests, and disturbed areas.
Piptocoma acevedoi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Piptocoma acevedoi?
Piptocoma acevedoi
Where does Piptocoma acevedoi grow?
Piptocoma acevedoi grows in the temperate regions of Asia.
What is the size of Piptocoma acevedoi?
Piptocoma acevedoi is a small shrub with a height of up to 1.5 meters.
Species in the Piptocoma genus
Piptocoma samanensis, Piptocoma roraimensis, Piptocoma vernonioides, Piptocoma antillana, Piptocoma spruceana, Piptocoma barinensis, Piptocoma trujillensis, Piptocoma milleri, Piptocoma schomburgkii, Piptocoma discolor, Piptocoma antillana, Piptocoma samanensis, Piptocoma hypochlora, Piptocoma macrophylla, Piptocoma niceforoi, Piptocoma rufescens, Piptocoma areolata, Piptocoma neglecta, Piptocoma dentata, Piptocoma ekmanii, Piptocoma acevedoi, Piptocoma acuminata,
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-49951: Based on the initial data import
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.