Status:
valid
Authors:
Sch.Bip.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Jahresber. Pollichia 20-21: 371 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024268
Common Names
- Lychnophora
- Humillima Lychnophora
- Humillima Lychnophora
Description
Lychnophora humillima (also called Brazilian croton, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Brazil. It grows to a height of up to 4 meters and has yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in open areas and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Lychnophora humillima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lychnophora humillima has small white flowers with yellow centres, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lychnophora humillima can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location until the plants are established.
Where to Find Lychnophora humillima
Lychnophora humillima is native to the dry forests of South America.
Lychnophora humillima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lychnophora humillima?
Lychnophora humillima
What is the common name of Lychnophora humillima?
Humillima
Where is Lychnophora humillima found?
South America
Species in the Lychnophora genus
Lychnophora brunioides,
Lychnophora villosissima,
Lychnophora markgravii,
Lychnophora rupestris,
Lychnophora passerina,
Lychnophora sericea,
Lychnophora staavioides,
Lychnophora pinaster,
Lychnophora syncephala,
Lychnophora crispa,
Lychnophora humillima,
Lychnophora pohlii,
Lychnophora souzae,
Lychnophora morii,
Lychnophora granmogolensis,
Lychnophora phylicifolia,
Lychnophora boquerona,
Lychnophora mello-barretoi,
Lychnophora diamantinana,
Lychnophora martiana,
Lychnophora ericoides,
Lychnophora granmogolensis,
Lychnophora gardneri,
Lychnophora reticulata,
Lychnophora pseudovillosissima,
Lychnophora rosmarinifolia,
Lychnophora salicifolia,
Lychnophora regis,
Lychnophora harleyi,
Lychnophora ramosissima,
Lychnophora albertinioides,
Lychnophora blanchetii,
Lychnophora bishopii,
Lychnophora sellovii,
Lychnophora uniflora,
Lychnophora triflora,
Lychnophora itatiaiae,
Lychnophora santosii,
Lychnophora nanuzae,
Lychnophora spiciformis,
Lychnophora hatschbachii,
Lychnophora candelabrum,
Lychnophora damazioi,
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,