Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
onoporoides
ID:
66549

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Wash. 101(4): 946 (1988):

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065878



Common Names

  • Onoporoides Lessingianthus
  • Lessingianthus
  • Onoporoides


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Synonyms

  • Cacalia onopordioides (Baker) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia onoporoides Baker [unknown]

Description

Lessingianthus onoporoides (also called Onoporoides lessingianthus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky slopes and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus onoporoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lessingianthus onoporoides has small, yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The flowers are composed of 5-7 ray florets and numerous disc florets. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow cotyledons and long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus onoporoides is a perennial herb that is native to Brazil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to plant in the spring or early summer. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks.

Where to Find Lessingianthus onoporoides

Lessingianthus onoporoides is native to South America and can be found in the wild in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay.

Lessingianthus onoporoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessingianthus onoporoides?

Lessingianthus onoporoides

What is the common name of Lessingianthus onoporoides?

Onoporoides daisy

Where is Lessingianthus onoporoides native to?

Chile

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-22775: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.