Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melanocephala
ID:
30701

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 69(1): 119 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030030



Common Names

  • Black-headed Ligularia
  • Black-headed Leopard Plant
  • Ligularia Melanocephala


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Synonyms

  • Senecio melanocephalus Franch. [unknown]
  • Senecillis melanocephala (Franch.) Kitam. [unknown]

Description

Ligularia melanocephala (also called Black-headed Ligularia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Asia. It has yellow flowers and grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Ligularia melanocephala is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ligularia melanocephala is yellow in color, with a single head of small, daisy-like flowers. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ligularia melanocephala is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Ligularia melanocephala

Ligularia melanocephala can be found in the Caucasus Mountains, Turkey, and Iran.

Ligularia melanocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ligularia melanocephala?

Ligularia melanocephala

What is the natural habitat of Ligularia melanocephala?

It is found in moist forests, meadows, and grasslands.

What are the characteristics of Ligularia melanocephala?

It is an erect, perennial herb with white or pink flowers and lance-shaped leaves.

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-129027: 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.