Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lucidula
ID:
97304

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 72: 148. 1992

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096633



Common Names

  • Elaphandra lucidula
  • Shining Elaphantella
  • Glistening Elaphantella


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Synonyms

  • Aspilia lucidula S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Aspilia steinbachii H.Rob. & R.D.Brettell [deprecated]

Description

Elaphandra lucidula (also called Shining elaphandra, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers. It can be found in grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Elaphandra lucidula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an antispasmodic and to treat digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Elaphandra lucidula is a yellow-green, star-shaped flower with a diameter of 5-7 mm. The seed is a small, black achene with a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a diameter of 2-3 mm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaphandra lucidula is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-11.

Where to Find Elaphandra lucidula

Elaphandra lucidula is native to the Caribbean and can be found in the states of Jamaica, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic.

Elaphandra lucidula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaphandra lucidula?

Elaphandra lucidula

What is the common name of Elaphandra lucidula?

Shining Elaphandra

Where is Elaphandra lucidula found?

It is found in the tropical forests of South America

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-52774: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.