Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
papillosa
ID:
72688

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Revista Sudamer. Bot. 3: 57, fig (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072017



Common Names

  • Leucheria Papillosa
  • Papillose Leucheria
  • Papillose Whitlow-grass


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Description

Leucheria papillosa (also called Papillose Leucheria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Leucheria papillosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucheria papillosa is a yellow composite flower head with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The flower head is composed of many small flowers, each with five yellow petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a tuft of white hairs at the tip. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucheria papillosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two to three weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Leucheria papillosa

Leucheria papillosa is native to the southwestern United States, including Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. It can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and chaparral.

Leucheria papillosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucheria papillosa?

Leucheria papillosa

What is the common name of Leucheria papillosa?

Papillose Leucheria

What is the natural habitat of Leucheria papillosa?

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,

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