Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thuyoides
ID:
137806

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia 8: 258 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137135



Common Names

  • Loricaria thuyoides
  • Thuyoides Loricaria
  • Thuyoides Whiptail Catfish


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Synonyms

  • Tafalla thyoides D.Don [unknown]
  • Molina incana Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Loricaria thuyoides thuyoides [unknown]
  • Conyza thuyoides Lam. [unknown]
  • Baccharis thyoides Pers. [unknown]
  • Loricaria thuyoides thuyoides [unknown]

Description

Loricaria thuyoides (also called Thuyoides Loricaria, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Loricaria thuyoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Loricaria thuyoides var. stuebelii (Hieron.) Cuatrec.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Loricaria thuyoides is a yellow or white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round structure. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loricaria thuyoides is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings.

Where to Find Loricaria thuyoides

Loricaria thuyoides is found in South America, particularly in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Loricaria thuyoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loricaria thuyoides?

Loricaria thuyoides

What is the common name of Loricaria thuyoides?

Thuyoid Loricaria

Where is Loricaria thuyoides found?

It is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

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-97828: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.