Status:
valid
Authors:
(Greenm.) Reveal & R.M.King
Source:
gcc
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 27: 230 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121767
Common Names
- Lozani's Acourtia
- Lozani Acourtia
- Desert Thistle
Description
Acourtia lozanii (also called Lozan's Acourtia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that can grow up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Mexico and can be found in dry forests and scrublands. It has lance-shaped leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Acourtia lozanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acourtia lozanii is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acourtia lozanii is a shrub that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, it should be kept in a sunny position and watered regularly.
Where to Find Acourtia lozanii
Acourtia lozanii is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs.
Acourtia lozanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acourtia lozanii?
Acourtia lozanii
What type of plant is Acourtia lozanii?
It is an herbaceous perennial plant
Where is Acourtia lozanii native to?
It is native to Mexico and Central America
Species in the Acourtia genus
Acourtia potosina,
Acourtia macrocephala,
Acourtia souleana,
Acourtia moctezumae,
Acourtia wrightii,
Acourtia glandulifera,
Acourtia platyptera,
Acourtia moschata,
Acourtia carpholepis,
Acourtia butandae,
Acourtia reticulata,
Acourtia pulchella,
Acourtia joaquinensis,
Acourtia nudiuscula,
Acourtia patens,
Acourtia microcephala,
Acourtia scaposa,
Acourtia nudicaulis,
Acourtia wislizeni,
Acourtia hintoniorum,
Acourtia ciprianoi,
Acourtia nana,
Acourtia discolor,
Acourtia platyphylla,
Acourtia mexiae,
Acourtia erioloma,
Acourtia zacatecana,
Acourtia elizabethiae,
Acourtia mexicana,
Acourtia coulteri,
Acourtia molinana,
Acourtia venturae,
Acourtia hidalgoana,
Acourtia gracilis,
Acourtia glomeriflora,
Acourtia hondurana,
Acourtia caltepecana,
Acourtia turbinata,
Acourtia huajuapana,
Acourtia humboldtii,
Acourtia lobulata,
Acourtia oxylepis,
Acourtia palmeri,
Acourtia dieringeri,
Acourtia cuernavacana,
Acourtia umbratalis,
Acourtia dissiticeps,
Acourtia michoacana,
Acourtia fragrans,
Acourtia oaxacana,
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,