Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gayana
ID:
41276

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Rémy) Reiche

Source:
gcc

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile 116: 206 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040605



Common Names

  • Leucheria gayana
  • Gay's Leucheria
  • Leucheria


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Description

Leucheria gayana (also called Gayana's Leucheria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It is characterized by its silvery-green foliage and small white flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Leucheria gayana is a drought-tolerant plant that is used as an ornamental in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects, as well as for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Leucheria gayana flower is a small, white flower with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucheria gayana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by taking stem cuttings in spring or early summer and planting them in moist, well-drained soil. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer and should be lightly covered with soil. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Leucheria gayana

Leucheria gayana is native to the Andes Mountains in South America and can be found in dry grasslands and shrublands.

Leucheria gayana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucheria gayana?

Leucheria gayana

What is the common name of Leucheria gayana?

Gayana Leucheria

What is the natural habitat of Leucheria gayana?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

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-139266: Based on the initial data import
Jules Rémy (1826-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Rémy' in the authors string.
Karl Friedrich Reiche (1860-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reiche' in the authors string.