Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leiocarpus
ID:
37855

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. n.° 20, 360 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037184



Common Names

  • Euryops Leiocarpus
  • Smooth Euryops
  • Smooth-Fruited Euryops


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Description

Euryops leiocarpus (also called Euryops, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Africa, and is found in high-altitude grassland habitats. It is a shrub, typically growing to heights of 1-2 m.

Uses & Benefits

Euryops leiocarpus is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Euryops leiocarpus has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a short, thin tube. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have thin, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euryops leiocarpus is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings of the stems and rooting them in moist soil. Seeds can be sown in spring or autumn and should be lightly covered with soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Euryops leiocarpus

Euryops leiocarpus can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands in Africa.

Euryops leiocarpus FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Euryops leiocarpus?

Euryops leiocarpus is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

What is the average height of Euryops leiocarpus?

Euryops leiocarpus typically grows to a height of 0.5 to 1.5 meters.

What is the flowering period for Euryops leiocarpus?

Euryops leiocarpus typically flowers from July to September.

Species in the Euryops genus

Euryops ursinoides, Euryops hypnoides, Euryops bolusii, Euryops elgonensis, Euryops mucosus, Euryops multifidus, Euryops brevipapposus, Euryops galpinii, Euryops tenuissimus, Euryops floribundus, Euryops namibensis, Euryops serra, Euryops gilfillanii, Euryops ciliatus, Euryops speciosissimus, Euryops othonnoides, Euryops ericoides, Euryops sulcatus, Euryops linifolia, Euryops transvaalensis, Euryops subcarnosus, Euryops erectus, Euryops euryopoides, Euryops ciliatus, Euryops virgineus, Euryops decumbens, Euryops integrifolius, Euryops discoideus, Euryops leiocarpus, Euryops chrysanthemoides, Euryops wageneri, Euryops annae, Euryops muirii, Euryops namaquensis, Euryops dentatus, Euryops microphyllus, Euryops tenuilobus, Euryops brevilobus, Euryops lasiocladus, Euryops virgatus, Euryops algoensis, Euryops pedunculatus, Euryops acraeus, Euryops linearis, Euryops asparagoides, Euryops zeyheri, Euryops evansii, Euryops anthemoides, Euryops gracilipes, Euryops linifolius,

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-13596: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.