Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.L.Turner) Strother
Source:
gcc
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 14(4): 547. 1989
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009284
Common Names
- Belize Lundellianthus
- Lundellianthus
- Lundellianthus Belizeanus
Description
Lundellianthus belizeanus (also called Belizean Lundellianthus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central America and is found in wet and dry soils. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate in shape, and its flowers are white to yellow in color.
Uses & Benefits
Lundellianthus belizeanus is used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lundellianthus belizeanus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lundellianthus belizeanus is a perennial herb native to Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, it should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. When propagating from cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in the summer and root them in a moist, well-drained soil. It can also be propagated by division in the spring.
Where to Find Lundellianthus belizeanus
Lundellianthus belizeanus is found in the rainforests of Belize.
Lundellianthus belizeanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lundellianthus belizeanus?
Lundellianthus belizeanus
What is the natural habitat of Lundellianthus belizeanus?
It is found in the rainforests of Belize
What are the common names of Lundellianthus belizeanus?
It is commonly known as Belizean lundellianthus, Belizean wildflower, and Belizean wildflower bush
Species in the Lundellianthus genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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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,