Lasianthaea machucana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
machucana
ID:
32313
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Turner
Source:
gcc
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 82: 265, fig. (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031642
Common Names
- Machuca's Lasianthaea
- Machuca's Sunray
- Machuca's Sun-ray
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lasianthaea machucana (also called Chilean bellflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Chile and Argentina. This plant has large, bell-shaped flowers that range in color from white to pink. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Lasianthaea machucana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lasianthaea machucana is a white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lasianthaea machucana is a perennial herb that can be propagated through division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Lasianthaea machucana
Lasianthaea machucana is found in the dry forests of Chile.
Lasianthaea machucana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lasianthaea machucana?
Lasianthaea machucana
What is the natural habitat of Lasianthaea machucana?
Dry forests and scrublands
What is the flowering period of Lasianthaea machucana?
August to October
Species in the Lasianthaea genus
Lasianthaea helianthoides, Lasianthaea ritovegana, Lasianthaea squarrosa, Lasianthaea machucana, Lasianthaea macrocephala, Lasianthaea fruticosa, Lasianthaea aurea, Lasianthaea zinnioides, Lasianthaea beckeri, Lasianthaea ceanothifolia, Lasianthaea podocephala, Lasianthaea gentryi, Lasianthaea palmeri, Lasianthaea seemannii, Lasianthaea rosei, Lasianthaea crocea,
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-130594: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.