Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cabrera) Anderb. & S.E.Freire
Source:
gcc
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 106(2): 188 (1991):.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080372
Common Names
- Santana Luciliocline
- Santana Daisy
- White Daisy
Synonyms
- Gnaphalium santanicum Cabrera [unknown]
- Lucilia santanica (Cabrera) S.E.Freire [unknown]
Description
Luciliocline santanica (also called Santa Ana Luciliocline, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and is found in open woods, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Luciliocline santanica is used as a medicinal plant for treating headaches, as a dye for fabrics, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Luciliocline santanica has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, brown and have a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Luciliocline santanica is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or greenhouse. Division can be done in spring or fall.
Where to Find Luciliocline santanica
Luciliocline santanica can be found in the southwestern United States, from California to Texas.
Luciliocline santanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Luciliocline santanica?
Luciliocline santanica
What is the natural habitat of Luciliocline santanica?
It is found in dry and sandy areas in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
What is the average height of Luciliocline santanica?
It typically grows to a height of 1–2 m (3.3–6.6 ft).
Species in the Luciliocline genus
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,