Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
magnificus
ID:
71009

Status:
valid

Authors:
Deble, Dematt. & Marchiori

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Balduinia 5: 1 (-3; fig. 1) (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070338



Common Names

  • Lessingianthus
  • Magnificus Daisy
  • Large Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia magnifica (Deble, Dematt. & Marchiori) Dematt. [unknown]

Description

Lessingianthus magnificus (also called Magnificent Lessingianthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with yellow flowers that grows in South America. It is found in montane forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus magnificus is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is drought-tolerant and has a long flowering period, from summer to early winter. It is also used as a windbreak or as a hedge.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lessingianthus magnificus is a yellow-orange daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus magnificus is a perennial plant native to the southwestern United States. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated from cuttings in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Lessingianthus magnificus

Lessingianthus magnificus is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be found in moist, shaded areas at elevations between 2,000 and 3,000 meters.

Lessingianthus magnificus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessingianthus magnificus?

Lessingianthus magnificus

What is the common name of Lessingianthus magnificus?

Magnificent daisy

What is the family of Lessingianthus magnificus?

Asteraceae

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

Leonardo Paz Deble (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deble' in the authors string.
José Newton Cardoso Marchiori: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marchiori' in the authors string.
Massimiliano Dematteis (b.1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dematt.' in the authors string.