Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
134130

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mattf.) Swenson & K.Bremer

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 7(3): 270 (1994): (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133459

Common Names

  • Large-leaved Ragwort
  • Large-leaved Groundsel
  • Large-leaved Lagenocypsela

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Synonyms

  • Ischnea latifolia Mattf. [unknown]

Description

Lagenocypsela latifolia (also called Broad-leaved Cypsela, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with white flowers that is native to South America. It is found in disturbed sites, along roadsides, and in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lagenocypsela latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lagenocypsela latifolia has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lagenocypsela latifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. To cultivate it, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water the soil regularly and fertilize it once a month. The plant will bloom in late summer and early autumn.

Where to Find Lagenocypsela latifolia

Lagenocypsela latifolia can be found in South America, from Peru to Argentina.

Lagenocypsela latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lagenocypsela latifolia?

Lagenocypsela latifolia

What type of plant is Lagenocypsela latifolia?

It is an herbaceous perennial.

Where is Lagenocypsela latifolia native to?

It is native to South America.

Species in the Lagenocypsela genus

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-94262: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Mattfeld (1895-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattf.' in the authors string.
Kåre Bremer (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Bremer' in the authors string.
Ulf Swenson (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swenson' in the authors string.