Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
botryodes
ID:
19142

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Winkl.) Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Gothob. 12: 303 (1938); et in (1937-1938 publ. 1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018471



Common Names

  • Ligularia Botryodes
  • Giant Ligularia
  • Giant Leopard Plant


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Synonyms

  • Senecio botryodes C.Winkl [unknown]
  • Senecillis botryodes (C.Winkl.) Kitam. [unknown]

Description

Ligularia botryodes (also called 'Clustered Ligularia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It has a single stem, with a basal rosette of leaves and a terminal inflorescence. The leaves are ovate with serrated margins and the flowers are yellow with a yellow center. It grows in moist forests, streambanks and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Ligularia botryodes is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ligularia botryodes has yellow flowers that are typically 1-2 inches in diameter and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ligularia botryodes is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Zones 8-11.

Where to Find Ligularia botryodes

Ligularia botryodes can be found in the mountains of central and eastern China.

Ligularia botryodes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ligularia botryodes?

Ligularia botryodes

What is the common name of Ligularia botryodes?

Clustered Ligularia

What is the natural habitat of Ligularia botryodes?

Ligularia botryodes is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of Europe.

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-117856: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich von Handel-Mazzetti (1882-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hand.-Mazz.' in the authors string.
Constantin Winkler (1848-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Winkl.' in the authors string.