Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
asperrima
ID:
1325930

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Decne.) Orchard

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 23: 446 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338384



Common Names

  • Lipoblepharis asperrima
  • Rough Lipoblepharis
  • Harsh Lipoblepharis


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Description

Lipoblepharis asperrima (also called 'Asperrimous Lipoblepharis', among many other common names) is a shrub found in Southeast Asia. It has a slender stem with small white flowers and small, oval leaves. It grows in grasslands, deserts, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lipoblepharis asperrima is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lipoblepharis asperrima is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of this plant is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings of this plant are thin and have a long stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lipoblepharis asperrima is a perennial shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Lipoblepharis asperrima

Lipoblepharis asperrima can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Lipoblepharis asperrima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lipoblepharis asperrima?

Lipoblepharis asperrima

What is the common name of Lipoblepharis asperrima?

Rough Lipoblepharis

What is the habitat of Lipoblepharis asperrima?

Dry grasslands and woodlands

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

Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
Anthony Edward Orchard (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orchard' in the authors string.