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
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.
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 Brachythrix genus
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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,