Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
1328605

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.B.Angulo & Dematt.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 186(4): 208 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341059



Common Names

  • Lessingianthus pubescens
  • Pubescent Lessingianthus
  • Lessingianthus


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Description

Lessingianthus pubescens (also called Lessingianthus pubescens, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to Brazil. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in dry and sunny meadows and is found in the states of Bahia, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus pubescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lessingianthus pubescens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus pubescens is an herbaceous perennial that grows in dry, rocky habitats. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and in full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Propagation is done through division of the root crown.

Where to Find Lessingianthus pubescens

Lessingianthus pubescens is native to Argentina and can be found in the Patagonian steppe.

Lessingianthus pubescens FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Lessingianthus pubescens?

Lessingianthus pubescens prefers temperatures between 18-24°C.

What type of soil is best for Lessingianthus pubescens?

Lessingianthus pubescens prefers a well-draining, chunky, and slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Lessingianthus pubescens need?

Lessingianthus pubescens prefers bright, indirect light.

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

Massimiliano Dematteis (b.1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dematt.' in the authors string.
María Betiana Angulo (b.1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.B.Angulo' in the authors string.