Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lainzii
ID:
113480

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fern.Casas

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Fontqueria 44: 140 (1996) (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000112809

Common Names

  • Solanecio Lainzii
  • Lainzii Solanecio
  • Solanecio

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Description

Solanecio lainzii (also called Lainz's Solanecio, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andean regions of South America. It has a creeping habit and produces small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady habitats in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Solanecio lainzii has been used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a flavoring agent in food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Solanecio lainzii has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solanecio lainzii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Regular watering is recommended during the growing season.

Where to Find Solanecio lainzii

Solanecio lainzii is native to Colombia and can be found in the departments of Cauca, Huila, and Tolima.

Solanecio lainzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solanecio lainzii?

Solanecio lainzii

What is the common name of Solanecio lainzii?

Lainz's solanecio

What are the uses of Solanecio lainzii?

It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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,