#chuquiraga_jussieui

Chuquiraga jussieui

Species of plant

Chuquiraga jussieui, the flower of the Andes, is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is a low shrub, reaching a height of about 75 cm. Chuquiraga jussieui is an endangered flower. Flowers are pale yellow or orange. It is native to Ecuador and Peru, and grows at 3000 to 5000 meters above sea level. Additionally, it contains bioactive components with medicinal properties. The hummingbird Oreotrochilus chimborazo feeds on the nectar.

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