Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
spathulata
ID:
121926

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.C.Anderson) Urbatsch, R.P.Roberts & Neubig

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Sida 21(3): 1625 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121255



Common Names

  • Spathulate Lorandersonia
  • Lorandersonia Spathulata
  • Spathulate Daisy Bush


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Synonyms

  • Chrysothamnus spathulatus L.C.Anderson [unknown]
  • Ericameria spathulata (L.C.Anderson) L.C.Anderson [unknown]
  • Chrysothamnus viscidiflorus ludens Shinners [unknown]

Description

Lorandersonia spathulata (also called Spathulate Lorandersonia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the temperate regions of South America and is commonly found in open woodlands and grasslands. The leaves are small and oval-shaped with a white underside.

Uses & Benefits

Lorandersonia spathulata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lorandersonia spathulata has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lorandersonia spathulata is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It 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 -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Lorandersonia spathulata

Lorandersonia spathulata can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Lorandersonia spathulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lorandersonia spathulata?

Lorandersonia spathulata

What is the common name of Lorandersonia spathulata?

Spathulate Lorandersonia

What is the natural habitat of Lorandersonia spathulata?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands in 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-82484: Based on the initial data import
Roland P. Roberts (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.P.Roberts' in the authors string.
Lowell Edward Urbatsch (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urbatsch' in the authors string.
Kurt M. Neubig (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Neubig' in the authors string.
Loran Crittenden Anderson (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.C.Anderson' in the authors string.