Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
aroensis
ID:
93190

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


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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.

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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 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-48756: Based on the initial data import
Víctor Manuel Badillo (1920-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.M.Badillo' in the authors string.