Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nutans
ID:
93167

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Rémy) Reiche

Source:
gcc

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile 116: 208 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092496



Common Names

  • Nutans Leucheria
  • Nutans Daisy
  • Nutans


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Synonyms

  • Clybatis volckmannii Phil. [unknown]
  • Chabraea nutans J.Rémy [unknown]
  • Clybatis volkmanii Phil. [unknown]
  • Lasiorrhiza nutans (J.Rémy) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Chabraea poeppigii Phil. [unknown]

Description

Leucheria nutans (also called Nodding Leucheria, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Leucheria nutans is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucheria nutans is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin stem and a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucheria nutans is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and divisions can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Leucheria nutans

Leucheria nutans is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Leucheria nutans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucheria nutans?

Leucheria nutans

What is the common name of Leucheria nutans?

Nodding Leucheria

What is the family of Leucheria nutans?

Asteraceae

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

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:139068-2: Based on the initial data import