Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Nord.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 129(2): 145 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090346
Common Names
- White-winged Mignonette
- White-winged Broomrape
- Leucoptera Subcarnosa
Synonyms
- Chrysanthemum leptophyllum indivisum DC. [unknown]
Description
Leucoptera subcarnosa (also called Subcarnose Leucoptera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in dry woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Leucoptera subcarnosa is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a natural dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leucoptera subcarnosa has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leucoptera subcarnosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division.
Where to Find Leucoptera subcarnosa
Leucoptera subcarnosa is native to South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Leucoptera subcarnosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucoptera subcarnosa?
Leucoptera subcarnosa
What is the habitat of Leucoptera subcarnosa?
It is found in dry, rocky areas of South Africa
What is the flower color of Leucoptera subcarnosa?
The flowers are white in color
Species in the Leucoptera 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,