Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
garciana
ID:
109111

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Rémy

Source:
gcc

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Fl. Chil. 3(3): 381 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000108440



Common Names

  • Garciana Leucheria
  • Leucheria garciana
  • Garciana Leucheria-aster


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Synonyms

  • Lasiorrhiza garciana (J.Rémy) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Leucheria garciana (also called Garciana Leucheria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It has white flowers and narrow, green leaves. It is native to the Canary Islands and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Leucheria garciana is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin problems. It is also used as a natural dye and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucheria garciana is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucheria garciana is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or by seed in autumn. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame or in pots in a cold frame and should be kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Leucheria garciana

Leucheria garciana is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas of the Sierra Madre Occidental. It is also found in the states of Durango, Zacatecas, and Jalisco.

Leucheria garciana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucheria garciana?

Leucheria garciana

What is the common name of Leucheria garciana?

Garciana Leucheria

What is the natural habitat of Leucheria garciana?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-6698: Based on the initial data import
Jules Rémy (1826-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Rémy' in the authors string.