Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
nodosa
ID:
21844

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 129(2): 141 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021173



Common Names

  • Leucoptera Nodosa
  • Nodding Whitefly
  • Nodding Whitefly Bush


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Synonyms

  • Chrysanthemum leptophyllum DC. [unknown]
  • Chrysanthemum nodosum DC. [unknown]
  • Chrysanthemum leptophyllum leptophyllum [unknown]
  • Arctotis nodosa Thunb. [unknown]
  • Pinardia nodosa Less. [unknown]
  • Ismelia nodosa Less. [unknown]

Description

Leucoptera nodosa (also called Nodding Leucoptera, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant with yellow flowers and narrow, toothed leaves. It is native to Europe and Asia and is found in meadows, grasslands, and other areas with moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Leucoptera nodosa is a plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and infections. It is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucoptera nodosa is yellow and has a diameter of 1 cm. The seed is small and black with a diameter of 0.5 mm. The seedlings are green and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucoptera nodosa is a perennial plant native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be kept in a sunny spot and watered regularly.

Where to Find Leucoptera nodosa

Leucoptera nodosa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Leucoptera nodosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucoptera nodosa?

Leucoptera nodosa

What is the family of Leucoptera nodosa?

Lecanodiaspididae

What is the habitat of Leucoptera nodosa?

Leucoptera nodosa is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

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-120473: Based on the initial data import
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.