Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
bracteata
ID:
129353

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rydb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 34(2): 180 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128682



Common Names

  • Leucactinia Daisy
  • White Daisy
  • Bracted Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Pectis bracteata S.Watson [unknown]
  • Dyssodia bracteata S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Leucactinia bracteata (also called 'Bracted Leucactinia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small, lance-shaped leaves and produces yellow flower heads. It grows in open grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Leucactinia bracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucactinia bracteata has white flowers with yellow centers and can reach up to 8 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucactinia bracteata is an annual flowering plant native to South America. It can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in spring and summer. Deadheading is recommended to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Leucactinia bracteata

Leucactinia bracteata can be found in the coastal areas of the Pacific Northwest.

Leucactinia bracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucactinia bracteata?

Leucactinia bracteata

What is the common name of Leucactinia bracteata?

Bracted Leucactinia

What is the habitat of Leucactinia bracteata?

Leucactinia bracteata is found in dry forests and scrublands in South America

Species in the Leucactinia genus

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-89651: Based on the initial data import
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.