Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mello-barretoi
ID:
61920

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.M.Barroso

Source:
gcc

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 14: 261, tab. 4 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061249



Common Names

  • Mello-barreto's Lychnophora
  • Lychnophora mello-barretoi
  • Mello-barreto's White-everlasting


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Description

Lychnophora mello-barretoi (also called Mello-Barreto's Lychnophora, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Brazil. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has small, yellow flowers and aromatic, gray-green leaves. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is often found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lychnophora mello-barretoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lychnophora mello-barretoi is yellow and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are green and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lychnophora mello-barretoi is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division of the clumps can be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Lychnophora mello-barretoi

Lychnophora mello-barretoi can be found in Brazil, particularly in the states of Minas Gerais and Rio de Janeiro.

Lychnophora mello-barretoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lychnophora mello-barretoi?

Lychnophora mello-barretoi

What is the common name of Lychnophora mello-barretoi?

Mello-barreto's Lychnophora

What is the natural habitat of Lychnophora mello-barretoi?

Brazilian Cerrado

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,