Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
urcosensis
ID:
820234

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Wimm. in J.F.Macbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 13(6): 388 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819568

Common Names

  • Wahlenbergia urcosensis
  • Urco Wahlenbergia
  • Urco Bluebell

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Description

Wahlenbergia urcosensis (also called Urco Wahlenbergia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb that is native to South America. It has small, white flowers with four petals and grows in rocky areas and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Wahlenbergia urcosensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and to stabilize soil on slopes and embankments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Wahlenbergia urcosensis is a white to pale blue, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a single, linear cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wahlenbergia urcosensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. It can tolerate moderate drought and is frost tolerant.

Where to Find Wahlenbergia urcosensis

Wahlenbergia urcosensis is native to Peru and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Wahlenbergia urcosensis FAQ

What is the common name of Wahlenbergia urcosensis?

Urco Daisy

What is the scientific name of Urco Daisy?

Wahlenbergia urcosensis

What is the habitat of Urco Daisy?

It is found in open woodlands and grasslands in eastern Australia

Species in the Wahlenbergia genus

Wahlenbergia krebsii, Wahlenbergia brehmeri, Wahlenbergia tibestica, Wahlenbergia thulinii, Wahlenbergia celata, Wahlenbergia orae, Wahlenbergia scopella, Wahlenbergia oxyphylla, Wahlenbergia sphaerica, Wahlenbergia songeana, Wahlenbergia silenoides, Wahlenbergia sessiliflora, Wahlenbergia serpentina, Wahlenbergia rupestris, Wahlenbergia scottii, Wahlenbergia schistacea, Wahlenbergia schlechteri, Wahlenbergia schwackeana, Wahlenbergia saxicola, Wahlenbergia subtilis, Wahlenbergia undulata, Wahlenbergia tumida, Wahlenbergia tuberosa, Wahlenbergia tsaratananae, Wahlenbergia transvaalensis, Wahlenbergia tortilis, Wahlenbergia tomentosula, Wahlenbergia stricta, Wahlenbergia squamifolia, Wahlenbergia squarrosa, Wahlenbergia stellarioides, Wahlenbergia subumbellata, Wahlenbergia subaphylla, Wahlenbergia subfusiformis, Wahlenbergia subpilosa, Wahlenbergia subrosulata, Wahlenbergia roxburghii, Wahlenbergia preissii, Wahlenbergia polytrichifolia, Wahlenbergia polyclada, Wahlenbergia polycephala, Wahlenbergia pinnata, Wahlenbergia pinifolia, Wahlenbergia pilosa, Wahlenbergia peruviana, Wahlenbergia persimilis, Wahlenbergia pauciflora, Wahlenbergia constricta, Wahlenbergia tenuis, Wahlenbergia papuana,

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-357320: Based on the initial data import
James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Franz Elfried Wimmer (1881-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Wimm.' in the authors string.