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
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.
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 Lucilia genus
Lucilia recurva,
Lucilia saxatilis,
Lucilia tomentosa,
Lucilia ferruginea,
Lucilia conoidea,
Lucilia acutifolia,
Lucilia nitens,
Lucilia eriophora,
Lucilia linearifolia,
Lucilia lycopodioides,
Lucilia kunthiana,
Lucilia nitens,
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,