Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
glaucescens
ID:
16982

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Phillips & C.A.Sm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Africa 21: 233 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016311



Common Names

  • Lopholaena glaucescens
  • Glaucescens Lopholaena
  • Lopholaena


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Description

Lopholaena glaucescens (also called Glaucous Lopholaena, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, linear leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lopholaena glaucescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lopholaena glaucescens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lopholaena glaucescens is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Lopholaena glaucescens

Lopholaena glaucescens is native to South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Lopholaena glaucescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lopholaena glaucescens?

Lopholaena glaucescens

What type of plant is Lopholaena glaucescens?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Lopholaena glaucescens native to?

Central and South America

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

Edwin Percy Phillips (1884-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Phillips' in the authors string.
Christo Albertyn Smith (1898-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:231111-1: Based on the initial data import