Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
nanuzae
ID:
1305098

Status:
valid

Authors:
Semir

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 39: 989 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317552



Common Names

  • Lychnophora Nanuzae
  • Lychnophora Nanuza
  • Lychnophora Nanuzas


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Description

Lychnophora nanuzae (also called Nanuzae, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant with a creeping habit. It is native to Brazil and grows in dry, open areas. It has small, ovate leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lychnophora nanuzae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lychnophora nanuzae has yellow flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings have ovate leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lychnophora nanuzae is a perennial herb native to Brazil and is typically found growing in humid forests. It is best grown in bright, indirect light and in a potting mix that is composed of bark, perlite, and sphagnum moss. It should be watered regularly and fertilized twice a month during the growing season. Propagation is done through division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Lychnophora nanuzae

Lychnophora nanuzae is found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Lychnophora nanuzae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lychnophora nanuzae?

Lychnophora nanuzae

What is the common name of Lychnophora nanuzae?

Nanuzae Sunflower

What is the natural habitat of Lychnophora nanuzae?

Tropical rainforests of 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

João Semir (1937-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Semir' in the authors string.