Ichthyothere latifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
1959
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
gcc
Year:
1884
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(3): 155 (1884)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001288
Common Names
- Ichthyothere latifolia
- Broad-Leaved Ichthyothere
- Broad-Leaved Fish Poison
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Ichthyothere latifolia (also called Broad-leaved Ichthyothere, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces white flowers. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Ichthyothere latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for some species of birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ichthyothere latifolia is a yellow-orange color and has a single head. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ichthyothere latifolia is a perennial plant that grows in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and division should be done in early spring.
Where to Find Ichthyothere latifolia
Ichthyothere latifolia is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Ichthyothere latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ichthyothere latifolia?
Ichthyothere latifolia
What is the common name of Ichthyothere latifolia?
Broad-leaved Fishbone
What is the habitat of Ichthyothere latifolia?
It is found in dry, open woods, fields, and roadsides
Species in the Ichthyothere genus
Ichthyothere latifolia, Ichthyothere perfoliata, Ichthyothere macdanielii, Ichthyothere hirsuta, Ichthyothere petiolata, Ichthyothere mollis, Ichthyothere scandens, Ichthyothere integrifolia, Ichthyothere grandifolia, Ichthyothere connata, Ichthyothere terminalis, Ichthyothere linearis, Ichthyothere rufa, Ichthyothere suffruticosa, Ichthyothere palustris, Ichthyothere garcia-barrigae, Ichthyothere granvillei, Ichthyothere elliptica, Ichthyothere peruviana, Ichthyothere cordata, Ichthyothere davidsei, Ichthyothere cunabi, Ichthyothere matogrossensis, Ichthyothere ternifolia, Ichthyothere pastazensis, Ichthyothere woodii,
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-101235: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.