Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scrobiculata
ID:
5541

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gillies ex Don

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Philos. Mag. Ann. Chem. 11: 389 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004870



Common Names

  • Scrobiculate Leucheria
  • Scrobiculate Daisy
  • Scrobiculate Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Lasiorrhiza glabra Kuntze [unknown]
  • Lasiorrhiza scrobiculata (Gillies & Don) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Chabraea scrobiculata scrobiculata [unknown]
  • Leucheria scrobiculata scrobiculata [unknown]
  • Chabraea scrobiculata DC. [unknown]
  • Chabraea glabra DC. [unknown]
  • Chabraea scrobiculata pentacephala Phil. [unknown]
  • Mimela pediculariifolia Phil. [unknown]
  • Leucheria scrobiculata glabra Hauman [unknown]

Description

Leucheria scrobiculata (also called white-rayed leucheria, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It has white ray and disc flowers, and its leaves are ovate. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and can be found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Leucheria scrobiculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucheria scrobiculata is small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucheria scrobiculata is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Leucheria scrobiculata

Leucheria scrobiculata is found in the Mediterranean region.

Leucheria scrobiculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucheria scrobiculata?

Leucheria scrobiculata

What is the natural habitat of Leucheria scrobiculata?

Mountain meadows and grasslands

What is the flowering season of Leucheria scrobiculata?

Summer

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

IPNI record: 230205-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001421889
John Gillies (1792-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gillies' in the authors string.
George Don (1764-1814): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Don' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:230205-1: Based on the initial data import