Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eriocephala
ID:
102441

Status:
valid

Authors:
Speg.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Anales Soc. Ci. Argent. 53: 31. 1902

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000101770



Common Names

  • Leucheria Eriocephala
  • Woolly Leucheria
  • Woollyhead Leucheria


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Description

Leucheria eriocephala (also called Woolly-headed Lechea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of about 1-2 m. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in dry, open woods and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Leucheria eriocephala is used as a decorative plant in gardens and is also used as an ornamental plant in flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucheria eriocephala has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm, and its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucheria eriocephala is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is best to start the seeds indoors in late winter or early spring and then transplant the seedlings outdoors after the last frost. Division can be done in the spring or fall. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings taken in the summer.

Where to Find Leucheria eriocephala

Leucheria eriocephala is native to Mexico and can be found in areas of the Sierra Madre Occidental mountain range.

Leucheria eriocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucheria eriocephala?

Leucheria eriocephala

What is the family of Leucheria eriocephala?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Leucheria eriocephala?

Woolly-headed Leucheria

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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