Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caloxantha
ID:
5795

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Anz. Akad. Wiss. Wien, Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 60: 101 (1924), in obs. (1923 publ. 1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005124



Common Names

  • Ligularia
  • Caloxantha
  • Ligularia Caloxantha


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Synonyms

  • Senecillis caloxantha (Diels) Kitam. [unknown]
  • Senecio caloxanthus Diels [unknown]

Description

Ligularia caloxantha (also called Caloxantha Ligularia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in moist, shady areas and has large, heart-shaped leaves with yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ligularia caloxantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and its leaves are used as a fodder for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ligularia caloxantha has yellow flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with round, toothed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ligularia caloxantha is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division should be done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Ligularia caloxantha

Ligularia caloxantha is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Italy, Spain, and Portugal.

Ligularia caloxantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ligularia caloxantha?

Ligularia caloxantha

What is the natural habitat of Ligularia caloxantha?

It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky and sandy soils.

What are the uses of Ligularia caloxantha?

It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

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,

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