Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
xanthophyllus
ID:
59609

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart. ex DC.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 101(4): 949 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000058938



Common Names

  • Xanthophyllus Lessingianthus
  • Xanthophyllus Goldenrod
  • Xanthophyllus Yellowrod


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Synonyms

  • Cacalia xanthophylla (Mart. ex DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia xanthophylla Mart. ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Lessingianthus xanthophyllus (also called Yellow Lessingianthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves, with a length of up to 10 cm. It is native to Mexico and is found in montane forests, grasslands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus xanthophyllus is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lessingianthus xanthophyllus is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus xanthophyllus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in early spring or autumn. The plant should be kept in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Lessingianthus xanthophyllus

Lessingianthus xanthophyllus can be found in the alpine meadows of the Caucasus Mountains in Russia.

Lessingianthus xanthophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessingianthus xanthophyllus?

Lessingianthus xanthophyllus

What are the common names of Lessingianthus xanthophyllus?

Yellow-flowered Lessingianthus

What is the habitat of Lessingianthus xanthophyllus?

It is found in dry grasslands, scrub and open woodlands

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-1604: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.