Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paniculata
ID:
114724

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp. ex Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 403 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114053



Common Names

  • Leucheria paniculata
  • Panicled Leucheria
  • Panicled False-dandelion


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Synonyms

  • Lasiorrhiza paniculata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Perdicium paniculatum Poepp. ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Leucheria paniculata (also called Paniculate leucheria, Paniculate leucheria, and many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Leucheria paniculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive white flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive disorders and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucheria paniculata is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucheria paniculata is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a low-growing plant with small, white flowers. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Leucheria paniculata

Leucheria paniculata is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Puebla, and Veracruz.

Leucheria paniculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucheria paniculata?

Leucheria paniculata

What is the common name of Leucheria paniculata?

Panicled Leucheria

What is the natural habitat of Leucheria paniculata?

Dry, rocky hillsides 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-7556: Based on the initial data import
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.