Description
Lessingianthus arctatus (also called Lessingianthus, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to South America. It has a rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lessingianthus arctatus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lessingianthus arctatus is a small, yellow-green, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.