Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arizonica
ID:
36103

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Preslia 70: 107. 1998

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035432



Common Names

  • Arizona Logfia
  • Arizona Cottonrose
  • Arizona Cottonweed


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Description

Logfia arizonica (also called Arizona Threadleaf, among many other common names) is an annual plant with small, white flower heads. It is native to the southwestern United States and is found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Logfia arizonica is a plant used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues, fever, and other ailments. It is also used as a food source and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Logfia arizonica is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, white, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Logfia arizonica is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or autumn and to keep the soil moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into several sections and each section can be planted in a separate pot or in the ground.

Where to Find Logfia arizonica

Logfia arizonica can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and roadsides in Europe and North America.

Logfia arizonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Logfia arizonica?

Logfia arizonica

What is the common name of Logfia arizonica?

Arizona Cottonrose

What type of plant is Logfia arizonica?

Annual

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-134274: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.