Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
kuelap
ID:
1271292

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.Grant

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 9: 32 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001270630

Common Names

  • Macrocarpaea kuelap
  • Kuelap Macrocarpaea
  • Macrocarpaea of Kuelap

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Description

Macrocarpaea kuelap (also called Kuelap Macrocarpaea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It has a dense, spreading crown and a grey-brown bark. It is native to Central and South America and is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Macrocarpaea kuelap is used as a source of food for livestock, as a source of timber, and for ornamental purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macrocarpaea kuelap has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrocarpaea kuelap is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and climates, and is easy to propagate from cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and requires regular watering.

Where to Find Macrocarpaea kuelap

Macrocarpaea kuelap can be found in Peru.

Macrocarpaea kuelap FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrocarpaea kuelap?

Macrocarpaea kuelap

What is the common name of Macrocarpaea kuelap?

Kuelap

What is the family of Macrocarpaea kuelap?

Asteraceae

Species in the Macrocarpaea genus

Macrocarpaea subcaudata, Macrocarpaea pinetorum, Macrocarpaea rugosa, Macrocarpaea autanae, Macrocarpaea affinis, Macrocarpaea obtusifolia, Macrocarpaea bangiana, Macrocarpaea cochabambensis, Macrocarpaea cinchonifolia, Macrocarpaea bracteata, Macrocarpaea browallioides, Macrocarpaea marahuacae, Macrocarpaea neblinae, Macrocarpaea ypsilocaule, Macrocarpaea umerulus, Macrocarpaea voluptuosa, Macrocarpaea weaveri, Macrocarpaea xerantifulva, Macrocarpaea silverstonei, Macrocarpaea betancuriana, Macrocarpaea biremis, Macrocarpaea callejasii, Macrocarpaea lacrossiformis, Macrocarpaea laudabilis, Macrocarpaea maryae, Macrocarpaea papillosa, Macrocarpaea pringleana, Macrocarpaea quechua, Macrocarpaea neillii, Macrocarpaea chthonotropa, Macrocarpaea elix, Macrocarpaea ewaniana, Macrocarpaea gattaca, Macrocarpaea gaudialis, Macrocarpaea gondoloides, Macrocarpaea gran-pajatena, Macrocarpaea gravabilis, Macrocarpaea gulosa, Macrocarpaea hilarula, Macrocarpaea illecebrosa, Macrocarpaea jactans, Macrocarpaea jocularis, Macrocarpaea dies-viridis, Macrocarpaea luctans, Macrocarpaea lucubrans, Macrocarpaea mattii, Macrocarpaea opulenta, Macrocarpaea claireae, Macrocarpaea quizhpei, Macrocarpaea fuentesii,

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

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