Status:
valid
Authors:
(Boiss.) Holub
Source:
gcc
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 8(4): 391 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064044
Common Names
- Insignis Leuzea
- Insignis Daisy
- Insignis Hawkweed
Synonyms
- Leuzea froedinii (Rech.f.) Holub [unknown]
- Centaurea insignis (Boiss.) Autran & Th. [deprecated]
- Rhaponticum insigne (Boiss.) Wagenitz [unknown]
- Phaeopappus insignis Boiss. [unknown]
- Stemmacantha insignis (Boiss.) Dittrich [unknown]
- Tomanthea insignis (Boiss.) Soják [unknown]
- Rhaponticum froedinii (Rech.f.) Wagenitz [unknown]
- Centaurea froedinii Rech.f. [unknown]
- Tomanthea froedinii (Rech.f.) Soják [unknown]
- Centaurea insignis (Boiss.) Autran & T.Durand [unknown]
Description
Leuzea insignis (also called 'Showy Leuzea' and 'Showy Maralroot', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus and Central Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Leuzea insignis is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating liver and gallbladder diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Leuzea insignis flower is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown oval. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leuzea insignis 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 tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Leuzea insignis
Leuzea insignis can be found in the Altai Mountains of Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia.
Leuzea insignis FAQ
What are the ideal growing conditions for Leuzea insignis?
Leuzea insignis prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be protected from strong winds and direct sunlight.
What type of fertilizer should I use for Leuzea insignis?
Leuzea insignis should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two to three weeks during the growing season. Avoid fertilizers with high nitrogen content.
How often should I water Leuzea insignis?
Leuzea insignis should be watered regularly, but not overly so. Water when the top inch of soil is dry, and avoid overwatering.
Species in the Leuzea genus
Leuzea nana,
Leuzea caulescens,
Leuzea pusilla,
Leuzea acaulis,
Leuzea karatavica,
Leuzea cynaroides,
Leuzea berardioides,
Leuzea integrifolia,
Leuzea cynaroides,
Leuzea conifera,
Leuzea centauroides,
Leuzea pulchra,
Leuzea berardioides,
Leuzea insignis,
Leuzea lyrata,
Leuzea aulieatensis,
Leuzea australis,
Leuzea namanganica,
Leuzea exaltata,
Leuzea altaica,
Leuzea rhapontica,
Leuzea annae-bentiae,
Leuzea uniflora,
Leuzea nitida,
Leuzea carthamoides,
Leuzea longifolia,
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,