Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
seorakensis
ID:
1321309

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.S.Lim, Hyun, Y.D.Kim & H.C.Shin

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Korean J. Pl. Taxon. 42(2): 157 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333763



Common Names

  • Leontopodium seorakensis
  • Seorak Leontopodium
  • Seorak Edelweiss


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Description

Leontopodium seorakensis (also called Seorakensis Leontopodium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical Andes. It has an erect stem, lanceolate leaves, and white flowers. It is found in moist and shady forests, at elevations of 1000-3000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Leontopodium seorakensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, coughs, and colds. It is also used as a food source and for making tools.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leontopodium seorakensis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, ovoid seed with a smooth surface. The seedling is a small, oval-shaped seedling with a yellowish-green stem and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leontopodium seorakensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Korean Peninsula. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Leontopodium seorakensis

Leontopodium seorakensis is native to South Korea.

Leontopodium seorakensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leontopodium seorakensis?

Leontopodium seorakensis

What type of plant is Leontopodium seorakensis?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Leontopodium seorakensis native to?

It is native to East Asia

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

Yong Seok Lim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.S.Lim' in the authors string.
Jin-oh Hyun (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hyun' in the authors string.
Young-Dong Kim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.D.Kim' in the authors string.
Hyun Chur Shin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.C.Shin' in the authors string.