Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
franchetiana
ID:
22362

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Lév.) Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Symb. Sin. 7: 1134 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021691



Common Names

  • Ligularia franchetiana
  • Franchet's Ligularia
  • Franchet's Leopard Plant


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Description

Ligularia franchetiana (also called Franchet's Ligularia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China, Japan, and Korea. It has a basal rosette of lance-shaped leaves and yellow, daisy-like flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats such as meadows, grasslands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ligularia franchetiana is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also known to be beneficial for treating skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ligularia franchetiana has yellow flowers with a pleasant fragrance. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ligularia franchetiana can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers moist, humus-rich soil and will grow in full sun or partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and mulched in winter.

Where to Find Ligularia franchetiana

Ligularia franchetiana is found in China and Japan.

Ligularia franchetiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ligularia franchetiana?

Ligularia franchetiana

What is the common name of Ligularia franchetiana?

Franchet's Ligularia

What type of plant is Ligularia franchetiana?

A perennial herb

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-120977: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich von Handel-Mazzetti (1882-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hand.-Mazz.' in the authors string.
Augustin Abel Hector Léveillé (1864-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Lév.' in the authors string.