Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paradoxa
ID:
28852

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Anz. Akad. Wiss. Wien, Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 1922, lix. 140

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028181



Common Names

  • Paradox Ligularia
  • Ligularia paradoxa
  • Paradoxical Ligularia


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Synonyms

  • Ligularia paradoxa paradoxa [unknown]
  • Cremanthodium pteridophyllum Y.L.Chen [unknown]

Description

Ligularia paradoxa (also called 'Oyster Plant', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with large, yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is native to East Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and streambanks.

Uses & Benefits

Ligularia paradoxa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as an herbal remedy for treating digestive problems, headaches, and skin problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ligularia paradoxa var. palmatifida S.W.Liu & T.N.Ho

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ligularia paradoxa is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ligularia paradoxa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It is best to sow the seeds in the fall and the seedlings will emerge in the spring. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Ligularia paradoxa

Ligularia paradoxa is native to China and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Ligularia paradoxa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ligularia paradoxa?

Ligularia paradoxa

What is the common name of Ligularia paradoxa?

Ligularia

Where does Ligularia paradoxa grow?

Ligularia paradoxa is found in the Himalayas and western China.

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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