Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amoena
ID:
76125

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 28: 714 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075454



Common Names

  • Pretty Leucheria
  • Leucheria Amoena
  • Amoena Leucheria


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Synonyms

  • Lasiorrhiza amoena Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Leucheria amoena (also called Amoena Leucheria, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Leucheria amoena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive issues and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Leucheria amoena are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucheria amoena is a perennial plant that is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. It can be propagated from seed or from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Leucheria amoena

Leucheria amoena is native to South America and can be found in moist, disturbed habitats.

Leucheria amoena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucheria amoena?

Leucheria amoena

What type of plant is Leucheria amoena?

Perennial herb

Where is Leucheria amoena native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Leucheria 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,

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