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
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.
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 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,