Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
decora
ID:
4636

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kurz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 41: 317 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003965



Common Names

  • Ranunculus lingua
  • Ranunculus
  • Lingua


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Description

Leucomeris decora (also called Decorative Leucomeris, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has a woody stem, with grey-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Leucomeris decora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucomeris decora is a bright yellow, star-shaped bloom with a central disc. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucomeris decora is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. It is tolerant of light frosts.

Where to Find Leucomeris decora

Leucomeris decora is native to South America.

Leucomeris decora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucomeris decora?

Leucomeris decora

What is the common name of Leucomeris decora?

No common name

What is the family of Leucomeris decora?

Asteraceae

Species in the Leucomeris 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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