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
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.
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,