Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
guatemalensis
ID:
86571

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Donn.Sm.) Strother

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 14(4): 544. 1989

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085900



Common Names

  • Guatemalensis Lundellianthus
  • Lundellianthus
  • Guatemalensis


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Synonyms

  • Zexmenia guatemalensis Donn.Sm. [unknown]
  • Lasianthaea guatemalensis (Donn.Sm.) B.L.Turner [unknown]
  • Lundellianthus petenensis H.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Lundellianthus guatemalensis (also called Guatemalan lundellianthus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lundellianthus guatemalensis is used as an ornamental plant for its beautiful yellow flowers. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lundellianthus guatemalensis has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lundellianthus guatemalensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-11.

Where to Find Lundellianthus guatemalensis

Lundellianthus guatemalensis is native to Central America and is found in moist, tropical forests. It is also found in some parts of Central and South America.

Lundellianthus guatemalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lundellianthus guatemalensis?

Lundellianthus guatemalensis

What is the common name of Lundellianthus guatemalensis?

Guatemalan Lundellianthus

Where is Lundellianthus guatemalensis found?

It is found in the tropical regions of Central and South 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-42293: Based on the initial data import
John Lance Strother (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Strother' in the authors string.
John Donnell Smith (1829-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donn.Sm.' in the authors string.