Status:
valid
Authors:
V.M.Badillo
Source:
gcc
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 16: 79-82 fig (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092519
Common Names
- Aroensis Lourteigia
- Lourteigia Aroensis
- Lourteigia
Description
Lourteigia aroensis (also called Aroeira, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has multiple stems that grow up to 3 m tall, with ovate leaves and white flowers. It grows in open grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lourteigia aroensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lourteigia aroensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lourteigia aroensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and divisions can be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Lourteigia aroensis
Lourteigia aroensis is native to South America, particularly in Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru.
Lourteigia aroensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lourteigia aroensis?
Lourteigia aroensis
What is the common name of Lourteigia aroensis?
Aron's Lourteigia
What is the natural habitat of Lourteigia aroensis?
Grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands
Species in the Lourteigia genus
Lourteigia stoechadifolia,
Lourteigia humilis,
Lourteigia microphylla,
Lourteigia lanulata,
Lourteigia morenoi,
Lourteigia ballotaefolia,
Lourteigia fimbriata,
Lourteigia dichroa,
Lourteigia ballotifolia,
Lourteigia aroensis,
Lourteigia scandens,
Lourteigia ornatiloba,
Lourteigia gaudens,
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,