Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
recurva
ID:
3412

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 156 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002741



Common Names

  • Recurved Lucilia
  • Recurved Cottonweed
  • Recurved Snow-thistle


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Description

Lucilia recurva (also called curved-leaved lucilia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has long, curved leaves and white flowers. It is found in alpine meadows, grasslands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lucilia recurva is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lucilia recurva has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lucilia recurva is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Lucilia recurva

Lucilia recurva is found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Lucilia recurva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lucilia recurva?

Lucilia recurva

What is the common name of Lucilia recurva?

Giant Marsh Fly

Where is Lucilia recurva found?

Lucilia recurva is found in wetlands and marshes in the eastern United States.

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,

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