Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lugarensis
ID:
10749

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.Hoffm.) Wild & G.V.Pope

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Kirkia 11(1): 28 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010078



Common Names

  • Lugar's Brachythrix
  • Lugar's Brachythrix Shrub
  • Brachythrix


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia lugarensis O.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Brachythrix lugarensis (also called Lugar's Brachythrix, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It grows in woodlands, forests, and other shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Brachythrix lugarensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control. The leaves of this plant are edible and can be used in salads and other dishes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Brachythrix lugarensis flower is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachythrix lugarensis is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Brachythrix lugarensis

Brachythrix lugarensis can be found in the western United States, from California to Arizona and east to Texas and New Mexico.

Brachythrix lugarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachythrix lugarensis?

Brachythrix lugarensis

What is the common name of Brachythrix lugarensis?

Lugarensis' Brachythrix

What is the habitat of Brachythrix lugarensis?

It is found in moist, shady places, such as along streams and in woodlands

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-10976: Based on the initial data import
Karl August Otto Hoffmann (1853-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Hoffm.' in the authors string.
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.
Gerald Vernon Pope (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.V.Pope' in the authors string.