Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
monocephalum
ID:
11106

Status:
valid

Authors:
Edgew.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 20(1): 73. 1846 [1851 publ. 29 Aug 1846]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010435



Common Names

  • Monocephalum
  • Leontopodium Monocephalum
  • Edelweiss


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Synonyms

  • Leontopodium evax evax [unknown]
  • Leontopodium evax fimbrilliferum (J.R.Drumm.) Beauverd [unknown]
  • Leontopodium fimbrilligerum J.R.Drumm. [unknown]
  • Leontopodium fimbrilliferum J.R.Drumm. [unknown]

Description

Leontopodium monocephalum (also called Monocephalous Edelweiss, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Alps and is found in rocky slopes and alpine meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Leontopodium monocephalum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as an herbal remedy for skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leontopodium monocephalum is white and has a diameter of 1.2 cm. Its seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leontopodium monocephalum is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. It can also be propagated from division, which should be done in spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Leontopodium monocephalum

Leontopodium monocephalum is native to the Himalayas, including India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Leontopodium monocephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leontopodium monocephalum?

Leontopodium monocephalum

What is the common name of Leontopodium monocephalum?

Single-headed Edelweiss

What is the natural habitat of Leontopodium monocephalum?

Alpine meadows and scree slopes

Species in the Leontopodium genus

Leontopodium palibinianum, Leontopodium schlothauerae, Leontopodium giraldii, Leontopodium caespitosum, Leontopodium paradoxum, Leontopodium monocephalum, Leontopodium andersonii, Leontopodium omeiense, Leontopodium roseum, Leontopodium kamtschaticum, Leontopodium fauriei, Leontopodium calocephalum, Leontopodium muscoides, Leontopodium himalayanum, Leontopodium discolor, Leontopodium hayachinense, Leontopodium dedekensii, Leontopodium shinanense, Leontopodium souliei, Leontopodium villosum, Leontopodium fangingense, Leontopodium blagoveshczenskyi, Leontopodium montisganeshii, Leontopodium suffruticosum, Leontopodium ochroleucum, Leontopodium japonicum, Leontopodium nanum, Leontopodium kurilense, Leontopodium villosulum, Leontopodium makianum, Leontopodium artemisiifolium, Leontopodium haastioides, Leontopodium haplophylloides, Leontopodium stoloniferum, Leontopodium wilsonii, Leontopodium pusillum, Leontopodium aurantiacum, Leontopodium campestre, Leontopodium smithianum, Leontopodium charkeviczii, Leontopodium forrestianum, Leontopodium delavayanum, Leontopodium conglobatum, Leontopodium stracheyi, Leontopodium microphyllum, Leontopodium leontopodioides, Leontopodium sinense, Leontopodium franchetii, Leontopodium junpeianum, Leontopodium brachyactis,

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