Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
martiana
ID:
66737

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 5: 232 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066066



Common Names

  • Lychnophora
  • Martiana Lychnophora
  • Martiana Whitestar


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Synonyms

  • Lychnophora lanigera Pohl ex Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Lychnophora martiana (also called 'Mart's Whitestar', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Brazil and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lychnophora martiana has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its medicinal properties. It can be used to treat a variety of ailments including fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lychnophora martiana is a yellow daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lychnophora martiana is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer.

Where to Find Lychnophora martiana

Lychnophora martiana is found in the Brazilian Cerrado, a tropical savanna ecoregion.

Lychnophora martiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lychnophora martiana?

Lychnophora martiana

What is the family of Lychnophora martiana?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Lychnophora martiana?

Martiana Lychnophora

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,

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