Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
47770

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Don

Source:
gcc

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nepal. : 170 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000047099



Common Names

  • Leucomeris
  • Spectabilis
  • Leucomeris spectabilis


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Description

Leucomeris spectabilis (also called Showy Leucomeris, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has large, showy flowers. It prefers moist soils and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Leucomeris spectabilis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a source of firewood and as a fertilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucomeris spectabilis has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucomeris spectabilis is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame or in the garden. Division can be done in early spring or autumn.

Where to Find Leucomeris spectabilis

Leucomeris spectabilis is native to the Andes Mountains of South America and can be found in the high-altitude grasslands of the area. It is not widely available in nurseries.

Leucomeris spectabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucomeris spectabilis?

Leucomeris spectabilis

What is the family of Leucomeris spectabilis?

Asteraceae

Where is Leucomeris spectabilis native to?

China

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-145563: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.