Status:
valid
Authors:
(M.L.Arnold & R.C.Jacks.) Pruski & R.L.Hartm.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2012-98: 13 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335843
Common Names
- Leucosyris turneri
- Turner's Leucosyris
- Turneri Leucosyris
Description
Leucosyris turneri (also called Turner's 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 turneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leucosyris turneri 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leucosyris turneri 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 turneri
Leucosyris turneri can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Utah.
Leucosyris turneri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucosyris turneri?
Leucosyris turneri
What type of plant is Leucosyris turneri?
Leucosyris turneri is a perennial herbaceous plant.
Where is Leucosyris turneri found?
Leucosyris turneri is found in Russia and Kazakhstan.
Species in the Leucosyris 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
M.L. Arnold: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.L.Arnold' in the authors string.