Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
succulenta
ID:
62963

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook. & Arn.) DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 611 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062292



Common Names

  • Lipochaeta succulenta
  • Succulent Lipochaeta
  • Hawaiian Lipochaeta


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Description

Lipochaeta succulenta (also called succulent lipochaeta, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It has yellow flowers and its leaves are fleshy and succulent. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands, and is found in dry and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lipochaeta succulenta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lipochaeta succulenta is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lipochaeta succulenta is an evergreen perennial that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or seed. Division should be done in the spring or early summer, and seeds should be sown in the fall or spring.

Where to Find Lipochaeta succulenta

Lipochaeta succulenta is native to Hawaii and can be found in the wild on the islands of Kauai, Maui, Molokai, and Oahu.

Lipochaeta succulenta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lipochaeta succulenta?

Lipochaeta succulenta

What are the common names of Lipochaeta succulenta?

Hawaiian Baby Woodrose, Hawaiian Woodrose

What is the natural habitat of Lipochaeta succulenta?

Dry, rocky slopes and ridges in Hawaii

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-19299: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.