Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
grandiceps
ID:
96364

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beauverd

Source:
gcc

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Genève , sér. 2, 2: 243 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095693



Common Names

  • Leucogenes grandiceps
  • Grandiceps Leucogenes
  • Crowned Bunting


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Description

Leucogenes grandiceps (also called white-headed thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Africa. It has a thick, fleshy stem with large, spiny, gray-green leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Leucogenes grandiceps is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with poor soil and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucogenes grandiceps has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers with yellow centers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucogenes grandiceps is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a low-growing plant with white flowers and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or autumn, and the divisions should be planted immediately.

Where to Find Leucogenes grandiceps

Leucogenes grandiceps is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Leucogenes grandiceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucogenes grandiceps?

Leucogenes grandiceps

What is the family of Leucogenes grandiceps?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Leucogenes grandiceps?

Grasslands, scrub, and open woodlands

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-51872: Based on the initial data import
Gustave Beauverd (1867-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beauverd' in the authors string.