Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 1: 126 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025513
Common Names
- Lagenophora pinnatifida
- Pinnatifida Lagenophora
- Lagenophora
Description
Lagenophora pinnatifida (also called Pinnate Lagenophora, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows to a height of 0.3-0.5 m, with a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It has small white flowers that bloom in summer and autumn. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Lagenophora pinnatifida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and to reduce inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lagenophora pinnatifida is a yellow-orange disc floret with a white center. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a white stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lagenophora pinnatifida is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is resistant to most pests and diseases.
Where to Find Lagenophora pinnatifida
Lagenophora pinnatifida can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey, at altitudes of 1,000-2,000 m.
Lagenophora pinnatifida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lagenophora pinnatifida?
Lagenophora pinnatifida
What is the common name of Lagenophora pinnatifida?
Pinnate Lagenophora
Where is Lagenophora pinnatifida found?
Lagenophora pinnatifida is found in South America.
Species in the Lagenophora genus
Lagenophora montana,
Lagenophora stipitata,
Lagenophora pinnatifida,
Lagenophora hirsuta,
Lagenophora petiolata,
Lagenophora hirsuta,
Lagenophora barkeri,
Lagenophora mikadoi,
Lagenophora pumila,
Lagenophora mikadoi,
Lagenophora hariotii,
Lagenophora minuscula,
Lagenophora cuneata,
Lagenophora lanata,
Lagenophora strangulata,
Lagenophora nudicaulis,
Lagenophora queenslandica,
Lagenophora fimbriata,
Lagenophora brachyglossa,
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,