Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lucidus
ID:
21414

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aristeg.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 51 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020743



Common Names

  • Libanothamnus lucidus
  • Lucidus Libanothamnus
  • Libanothamnus


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Synonyms

  • Espeletia lucida Aristeg. [unknown]

Description

Libanothamnus lucidus (also called Shining Libanothamnus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to Central America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. It grows in open woodlands and moist areas.

Uses & Benefits

Libanothamnus lucidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a source of food and for making dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Libanothamnus lucidus is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Libanothamnus lucidus is a perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Libanothamnus lucidus

Libanothamnus lucidus is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, rocky habitats such as hillsides and canyons.

Libanothamnus lucidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Libanothamnus lucidus?

Libanothamnus lucidus

What is the common name of Libanothamnus lucidus?

Shining Libanothamnus

What is the natural habitat of Libanothamnus lucidus?

It is found in dry, rocky soils in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-120059: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Leandro Aristeguieta (1923-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aristeg.' in the authors string.