Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cataractarum
ID:
130719

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hieron.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 101(4): 941 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130048



Common Names

  • Cataractarum Lessingianthus
  • Lessingianthus Cataractarum
  • Cataractarum Lessingianthus


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia cataractarum Hieron. [unknown]
  • Lessingianthus cataractum (Hieron.) H.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Lessingianthus cataractarum (also called Cataracta Daisy, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to South America. It has bright yellow flowers and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in meadows, prairies, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus cataractarum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin conditions, and respiratory problems. It is also known to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lessingianthus cataractarum has yellow-white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, brown and slightly curved. The seedlings are hairy and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus cataractarum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed or division. Cultivation requires full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and is generally pest and disease free. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Lessingianthus cataractarum

Lessingianthus cataractarum is native to the Parana River basin in Brazil.

Lessingianthus cataractarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessingianthus cataractarum?

Lessingianthus cataractarum

What is the family of Lessingianthus cataractarum?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Lessingianthus cataractarum?

Open grasslands and rocky slopes

Species in the Lessingianthus genus

Lessingianthus varroniifolius, Lessingianthus carduoides, Lessingianthus niederleinii, Lessingianthus laurifolius, Lessingianthus grearii, Lessingianthus adenophyllus, Lessingianthus polyphyllus, Lessingianthus platyphyllus, Lessingianthus hoveaefolius, Lessingianthus gonzalezii, Lessingianthus parvifolius, Lessingianthus coriaceus, Lessingianthus souzae, Lessingianthus lacunosus, Lessingianthus buddleiifolius, Lessingianthus varroniifolius, Lessingianthus heringeri, Lessingianthus soderstroemii, Lessingianthus irwinii, Lessingianthus lanuginosus, Lessingianthus morilloi, Lessingianthus glabratus, Lessingianthus pentacontus, Lessingianthus rubricaulis, Lessingianthus lorentzii, Lessingianthus linearifolius, Lessingianthus ixiamensis, Lessingianthus subobtusus, Lessingianthus bardanoides, Lessingianthus ligulifolius, Lessingianthus regis, Lessingianthus ammophilus, Lessingianthus ulei, Lessingianthus barrosoanus, Lessingianthus laevigatus, Lessingianthus sancti-pauli, Lessingianthus foliosus, Lessingianthus subosbcurus, Lessingianthus lapinhensis, Lessingianthus lanatus, Lessingianthus ibitipocensis, Lessingianthus constrictus, Lessingianthus longicuspis, Lessingianthus laniferus, Lessingianthus declivium, Lessingianthus onopordioides, Lessingianthus argyrophyllus, Lessingianthus rigescens, Lessingianthus clavatus, Lessingianthus octanthus,

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-90958: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.