Lychnophora itatiaiae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
itatiaiae
ID:
135869
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wawra
Source:
gcc
Year:
1888
Citation Micro:
Itin. Princ. S. Coburgi 2: 17 (1888)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135198
Common Names
- Lychnophora itatiaiae
- Itatiaia Lychnophora
- Itatiaia White-top
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Lychnophora itatiaiae (also called Itatiaia Lychnophora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in dry, rocky areas, as well as in meadows and steppes. It is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 1 meter tall, with a few, sparsely branched stems. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and up to 15 cm long. Its flowers are yellow, with a diameter of up to 2 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Lychnophora itatiaiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lychnophora itatiaiae has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Lychnophora itatiaiae can be propagated from seed or division of the rootstock. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a year.
Where to Find Lychnophora itatiaiae
Lychnophora itatiaiae is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Lychnophora itatiaiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lychnophora itatiaiae?
Lychnophora itatiaiae
What is the common name of Lychnophora itatiaiae?
Itatiaia Sunflower
What is the natural habitat of Lychnophora itatiaiae?
It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of southeastern Brazil
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-95954: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Wawra von Fernsee (1831-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wawra' in the authors string.