Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lycopodioides
ID:
114925

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) S.E.Freire

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Taxon 38(2): 298 (1989): (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114254



Common Names

  • Lucilia Lycopodioides
  • Lycopodioides Lucilia
  • Lucilia Daisy


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Description

Lucilia lycopodioides (also called Lycopod-like Lucilia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry grasslands, meadows and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lucilia lycopodioides is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine. It has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lucilia lycopodioides is a white to pinkish-white, tubular flower with four petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lucilia lycopodioides is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division should be done in early spring or autumn.

Where to Find Lucilia lycopodioides

Lucilia lycopodioides is native to Central and South America and can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Lucilia lycopodioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lucilia lycopodioides?

Lucilia lycopodioides

What is the common name of Lucilia lycopodioides?

Lycopod-leaved lucilia

What is the natural habitat of Lucilia lycopodioides?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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-7576: Based on the initial data import
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.
Susana Edith Freire (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.E.Freire' in the authors string.