Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fischeri
ID:
2093

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 20(II): 11 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001422



Common Names

  • Fischer's Ligularia
  • Fischer's Leopard Plant
  • Fischer's Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio racemosus Wall. [unknown]
  • Hoppea speciosa (Schrad. ex Link) Rchb. [unknown]
  • Ligularia glabrescens Vorosch. [unknown]
  • Ligularia splendens (H.Lév. & Vaniot) Nakai [unknown]
  • Ligularia racemosa DC. [unknown]
  • Ligularia fischeri fischeri [unknown]
  • Senecio ligularia ligularia [unknown]
  • Cineraria speciosa Schrad. ex Link [unknown]
  • Ligularia sibirica longibracteata Kitam. [unknown]
  • Ligularia sibirica racemosa (DC.) Kitam. [unknown]
  • Senecio ligularia Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
  • Cineraria fischeri Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Ligularia speciosa Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Ligularia sibirica speciosa (Schrad. ex Link) DC. [unknown]
  • Senecio ligularia atkinsonii (C.B.Clarke) Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Senecio ligularia Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Senecillis fischeri (Ledeb.) Kitam. [unknown]
  • Senecio splendens H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]

Description

Ligularia fischeri (also called 'Fischer's Leopard Plant', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are covered with white hairs. It is found in dry grasslands, and on rocky slopes and outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Ligularia fischeri is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ligularia fischeri is a large, yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ligularia fischeri is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in the fall or spring in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and the seeds should germinate in 2-3 weeks. To divide the plant, dig up the clump and divide it into smaller sections, making sure each section has some roots and shoots.

Where to Find Ligularia fischeri

Ligularia fischeri is native to Japan and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Ligularia fischeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ligularia fischeri?

Ligularia fischeri

What is the common name of Ligularia fischeri?

Fischer's ligularia

What is the natural habitat of Ligularia fischeri?

It is native to Japan, and is found in moist, shady forests

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