Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
congesta
ID:
9563

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Don

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Philos. Mag. Ann. Chem. 11: 389 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008892



Common Names

  • Leucheria
  • Congested Leucheria
  • Leucheria Congesta


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Description

Leucheria congesta (also called 'Congested Leucheria', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and deeply divided leaves. It is native to South America and grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Leucheria congesta has been used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, as an antiseptic, and as a diuretic. It has also been used to make a tea for treating digestive problems and as a tonic for the liver.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucheria congesta is a yellow-green, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucheria congesta is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It should be planted in spring and can be divided in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Leucheria congesta

Leucheria congesta is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, often in desert scrub and grassland habitats.

Leucheria congesta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucheria congesta?

Leucheria congesta

What is the common name of Leucheria congesta?

Congested Leucheria

What is the natural habitat of Leucheria congesta?

Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-10861: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.