Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gaudens
ID:
1287161

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.M.Badillo

Source:
tro

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Ernstia 29: 11 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286499



Common Names

  • Lourteigia gaudens
  • Gaudens Lourteigia
  • Gaudens Lourteig


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Description

Lourteigia gaudens (also called Lourteigia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to the Caribbean region, and it grows in tropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lourteigia gaudens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lourteigia gaudens are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lourteigia gaudens is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little water.

Where to Find Lourteigia gaudens

Lourteigia gaudens is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Lourteigia gaudens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lourteigia gaudens?

Lourteigia gaudens

What is the common name of Lourteigia gaudens?

Gaudy lourteigia

What is the natural habitat of Lourteigia gaudens?

Lourteigia gaudens is found in wet montane forests

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,