Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Rémy
Source:
gcc
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
Fl. Chil. 3(3): 382 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025759
Common Names
- Leucheria coerulescens
- Coerulescens Leucheria
- Leucheria
Description
Leucheria coerulescens (also called Blue Leucheria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Leucheria coerulescens is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Leucheria coerulescens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leucheria coerulescens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in containers, rock gardens, or as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost.
Where to Find Leucheria coerulescens
Leucheria coerulescens is native to Central America and is found in moist, shady areas. It can be found in countries such as Belize, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
Leucheria coerulescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucheria coerulescens?
Leucheria coerulescens
What is the common name of Leucheria coerulescens?
Blue Leucheria
What is the natural habitat of Leucheria coerulescens?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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,