Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atroviolacea
ID:
28823

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 69(1): 109 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028152



Common Names

  • Dark-leaved Ligularia
  • Atroviolacea Ligularia
  • Ligularia atroviolacea


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Synonyms

  • Senecillis atroviolacea (Franch.) Kitam. [unknown]
  • Cremanthodium atroviolaceum R.D.Good [unknown]
  • Senecio atroviolaceus Franch. [unknown]
  • Senecio orotrephes W.W.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Ligularia atroviolacea (also called Purple-leaved Ligularia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has large, purple-tinged leaves and yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Ligularia atroviolacea has been used as an ornamental plant, as a ground cover, and as an ingredient in potpourri. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ligularia atroviolacea has yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and long with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ligularia atroviolacea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It is best to sow the seeds in the fall and the seedlings will emerge in the spring. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Ligularia atroviolacea

Ligularia atroviolacea is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Ligularia atroviolacea FAQ

What is the growth rate of Ligularia atroviolacea?

Ligularia atroviolacea is a slow-growing plant, with a growth rate of up to 10 cm per year.

What is the ideal soil type for Ligularia atroviolacea?

Ligularia atroviolacea prefers well-drained, sandy, loamy soils with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

How much sunlight does Ligularia atroviolacea need?

Ligularia atroviolacea needs full sun to partial shade for optimal growth.

Species in the Ligularia genus

Ligularia odontomanes, Ligularia fischeri, Ligularia yunnanensis, Ligularia xanthotricha, Ligularia alticola, Ligularia caloxantha, Ligularia veitchiana, Ligularia cremanthodioides, Ligularia cymosa, Ligularia parvifolia, Ligularia stenocephala, Ligularia nanchuanica, Ligularia ruficoma, Ligularia calthifolia, Ligularia altissima, Ligularia thomsonii, Ligularia discoidea, Ligularia changiana, Ligularia latihastata, Ligularia atkinsonii, Ligularia brassicoides, Ligularia oligonema, Ligularia botryodes, Ligularia macrodonta, Ligularia tongolensis, Ligularia duciformis, Ligularia platyglossa, Ligularia fargesii, Ligularia longihastata, Ligularia afghanica, Ligularia franchetiana, Ligularia yunnanensis, Ligularia arctica, Ligularia cymbulifera, Ligularia intermedia, Ligularia zhouquensis, Ligularia fangiana, Ligularia ianthochaeta, Ligularia japonica, Ligularia leveillei, Ligularia subspicata, Ligularia kanaitzensis, Ligularia myriocephala, Ligularia tsangchanensis, Ligularia latiligulata, Ligularia atroviolacea, Ligularia paradoxa, Ligularia knorringiana, Ligularia pubifolia, Ligularia lamarum,

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-127208: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Heinrich von Handel-Mazzetti (1882-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hand.-Mazz.' in the authors string.