Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
macracantha
ID:
130126

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schrenk) Dittrich

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Candollea 26(1): 99 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129455



Common Names

  • Lamyropsis Macracantha
  • Tall-Spiked Lamyropsis
  • Large-Flowered Lamyropsis


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Description

Lamyropsis macracantha (also called Large-flowered Lamyropsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white and yellow daisy-like flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lamyropsis macracantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat skin diseases, inflammation, and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lamyropsis macracantha is white and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lamyropsis macracantha is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done through cuttings or division of the root ball. It is drought tolerant and can be pruned to maintain its shape.

Where to Find Lamyropsis macracantha

Lamyropsis macracantha can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Lamyropsis macracantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lamyropsis macracantha?

Lamyropsis macracantha

What is the common name of Lamyropsis macracantha?

Large-flowered Lamyropsis

What is the natural habitat of Lamyropsis macracantha?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

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-90386: Based on the initial data import
Manfred Dittrich (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dittrich' in the authors string.
Alexander von Schrenk (1816-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schrenk' in the authors string.