Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
breedlovei
ID:
66034

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Turner) Strother

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 14(4): 547. 1989

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065363



Common Names

  • Lundellianthus breedlovei
  • Breedlove's Lundellianthus
  • Breedlove's Sunray


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Synonyms

  • Lasianthaea breedlovei B.L.Turner [unknown]

Description

Lundellianthus breedlovei (also called Breedlove's lundellianthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, white flowers and long, thin stems. It is found in moist, tropical habitats, often in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lundellianthus breedlovei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies. It has a pleasant aroma and can be used as a natural air freshener.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lundellianthus breedlovei is a small white daisy-like flower with white petals and yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with white and yellow petals and a single, oval-shaped seed at the center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lundellianthus breedlovei is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken from the tips of branches in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Lundellianthus breedlovei

Lundellianthus breedlovei is native to Mexico and can be found in dry scrublands and grasslands.

Lundellianthus breedlovei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lundellianthus breedlovei?

Lundellianthus breedlovei

What type of plant is Lundellianthus breedlovei?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Lundellianthus breedlovei found?

It is found in Mexico and Central America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-22285: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
John Lance Strother (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Strother' in the authors string.