Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cajabambensis
ID:
93317

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.O.Dillon

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 38: 32, fig (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092646

Common Names

  • Flourensia cajabambensis
  • Cajabamba Flourensia
  • Cajabambensis Flourensia

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Description

Flourensia cajabambensis (also called Cajabamba tarbush, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to Peru and Bolivia and is found in dry shrublands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Flourensia cajabambensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flourensia cajabambensis has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Flourensia cajabambensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division of the rhizomes. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun and is drought tolerant. It can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Flourensia cajabambensis

Flourensia cajabambensis can be found in the desert regions of Mexico and the United States.

Flourensia cajabambensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Flourensia cajabambensis?

Flourensia cajabambensis

What is the common name of Flourensia cajabambensis?

Cajabamba tarbush

What is the natural habitat of Flourensia cajabambensis?

High-altitude regions of South America

Species in the Flourensia genus

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-48888: Based on the initial data import
Michael Dillon (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.O.Dillon' in the authors string.