Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
riparia
ID:
1323388

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Pruski & R.L.Hartm.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2012-98: 11 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335842



Common Names

  • Leucosyris riparia
  • Riparian Leucosyris
  • Riparia Leucosyris


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Description

Leucosyris riparia (also called Riparian leucosyris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas and has small, white flowers. It is a member of the Asteraceae family.

Uses & Benefits

Leucosyris riparia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucosyris riparia has white flowers with yellow centers and long, narrow, linear leaves. The seeds are small, black, and have a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings have a rosette of narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucosyris riparia is a perennial herbaceous species native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Leucosyris riparia

Leucosyris riparia is native to the southwestern United States, primarily in California, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Leucosyris riparia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucosyris riparia?

Leucosyris riparia

What type of plant is Leucosyris riparia?

Leucosyris riparia is a perennial herbaceous plant.

Where is Leucosyris riparia found?

Leucosyris riparia is found in Russia and Kazakhstan.

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

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.
Ronald Lee Hartman (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.L.Hartm.' in the authors string.