Status:
valid
Authors:
(Iljin) Holub
Source:
gcc
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 8(4): 391 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075106
Common Names
- Leuzea namanganica
- Namangan Leuzea
- Namangan Sea Holly
Synonyms
- Rhaponticum namanganicum Iljin [unknown]
- Stemmacantha namanganica (Iljin) Dittrich [unknown]
- Centaurea namanganica Iljin [unknown]
Description
Leuzea namanganica (also called Namangan Leuzea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate. It grows in disturbed areas, grasslands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Leuzea namanganica is a low-maintenance plant that is often used as a ground cover or in borders. It is also known for its attractive, white flowers and its ability to attract butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Leuzea namanganica is yellow, and the seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leuzea namanganica is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the rootstock. The plant is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Leuzea namanganica
Leuzea namanganica is native to Central Asia and can be found in dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands.
Leuzea namanganica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leuzea namanganica?
Leuzea namanganica
What type of plant is Leuzea namanganica?
A perennial herb
Where does Leuzea namanganica grow?
It is native to Central Asia
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,