Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
stracheyi
ID:
116401

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke ex Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 30: 136 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115730



Common Names

  • Leontopodium
  • Edelweiss
  • Alpine Edelweiss


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium stracheyi Franch. [unknown]
  • Leontopodium sinense typicum Beauverd [unknown]
  • Leontopodium stracheyi setchuenense Beauverd [unknown]
  • Leontopodium stracheyi stracheyi [unknown]
  • Leontopodium alpinum stracheyi Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Leontopodium sinense stracheyi (Hook.f.) Beauverd [unknown]
  • Leontopodium anaphaloides Duthie ex Beauverd [unknown]

Description

Leontopodium stracheyi (also called Leontopodium, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Leontopodium stracheyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating digestive issues, skin problems, and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leontopodium stracheyi has small yellow flowers with a dark center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leontopodium stracheyi is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seeds or stem cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune regularly to maintain a neat and tidy shape.

Where to Find Leontopodium stracheyi

Leontopodium stracheyi is native to the Alps and can be found in mountainous regions of Europe.

Leontopodium stracheyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leontopodium stracheyi?

Leontopodium stracheyi

What is the common name of Leontopodium stracheyi?

Strachey's Edelweiss

Where does Leontopodium stracheyi grow?

It grows in the mountains of the Himalayas

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-77169: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.