Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
macrophyllus
ID:
60888

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 101(4): 944 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060217



Common Names

  • Bigleaf Lessingia
  • Bigleaf Lessingianthus
  • Lessingia macrophylla


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia multiflosculosa Mart. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Chrysocoma sessilis Vell. [unknown]
  • Vernonia macrophylla Less. [unknown]
  • Cacalia macrophylla (Less.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Lessingianthus macrophyllus (also called Largeleaf Lessingianthus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a branched stem, and its leaves are pinnate with toothed margins. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as meadows, pastures and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus macrophyllus is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lessingianthus macrophyllus has yellow flowers that are clustered in heads. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus macrophyllus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings, which should be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Lessingianthus macrophyllus

Lessingianthus macrophyllus is native to the southern Andes region of South America and can be found in mountain meadows and grasslands.

Lessingianthus macrophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessingianthus macrophyllus?

Lessingianthus macrophyllus

What is the common name of Lessingianthus macrophyllus?

Large-leaved Lessingianthus

What is the natural habitat of Lessingianthus macrophyllus?

It is native to South America, where it grows in open woodlands and grasslands at elevations of 1,500–2,700 m.

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-17278: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.