Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
papuana
ID:
22734

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Kost.) Swenson & K.Bremer

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 7(3): 271 (1994): (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022063



Common Names

  • Papuan Lagenocypsela
  • Lagenocypsela papuana
  • Papuan Sea-lavender


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Description

Lagenocypsela papuana (also called Papuan Cypsela, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers. It is native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands, and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lagenocypsela papuana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known to attract birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lagenocypsela papuana has yellow-green flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lagenocypsela papuana is a perennial herb that is propagated by seeds or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade, and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Lagenocypsela papuana

Lagenocypsela papuana can be found in New Guinea and parts of Australia.

Lagenocypsela papuana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lagenocypsela papuana?

Lagenocypsela papuana

What is the common name of Lagenocypsela papuana?

Papuan Cypsela

What is the habitat of Lagenocypsela papuana?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Papua New Guinea

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-121334: Based on the initial data import
Kåre Bremer (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Bremer' in the authors string.
Joséphine Thérèse Koster (1902-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Kost.' in the authors string.
Ulf Swenson (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swenson' in the authors string.