Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
semicalva
ID:
44230

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Paul G.Wilson

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 13(3): 602 (2001): (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043559



Common Names

  • Leiocarpa
  • Semicalva
  • Half-Bald Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum semicalvum F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Leptorhynchos ambiguus ambiguus [unknown]
  • Helichrysum ambiguum ambiguum [unknown]
  • Helichrysum ambiguum ambiguum [unknown]

Description

Leiocarpa semicalva (also called 'semi-bald leiocarpa', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in wet forests and disturbed areas. It has ovate leaves and yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Leiocarpa semicalva is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various skin ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Leiocarpa semicalva sub. semicalva
Leiocarpa semicalva sub. vinacea (Haegi) Paul G.Wilson
Leiocarpa semicalva sub. tenuifolia Paul G.Wilson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leiocarpa semicalva has small, yellow flowers with a white center. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leiocarpa semicalva is an evergreen shrub native to China. It can be propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly. Fertilize every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Leiocarpa semicalva

Leiocarpa semicalva is native to Central America and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Leiocarpa semicalva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leiocarpa semicalva?

Leiocarpa semicalva

What is the common name of Leiocarpa semicalva?

Semicalva

What is the natural habitat of Leiocarpa semicalva?

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-142135: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Paul Graham Wilson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paul G.Wilson' in the authors string.