Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
passerina
ID:
16518

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 5: 230 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015847



Common Names

  • Passerina Lychnophora
  • Passerina Cotton Thistle
  • Lychnophora Passerina


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Synonyms

  • Lychnophora subulata Gardner [unknown]
  • Haplostephium pinnifolium Duarte [unknown]
  • Haplostephium passerina passerina [unknown]
  • Haplostephium passerina Mart. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Haplostephium passerina subulatum (Gardner) Baker [unknown]

Description

Lychnophora passerina (also called Passerina Lychnophora, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few branches. The leaves are lanceolate and have a white midrib, and the flowers are yellow and have a diameter of 1-2 cm. It typically grows in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lychnophora passerina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used to attract hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lychnophora passerina is a small, yellow daisy-like flower, and the seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lychnophora passerina is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle, and the plants should be watered regularly until they are established.

Where to Find Lychnophora passerina

Lychnophora passerina can be found in the cerrado region of Brazil.

Lychnophora passerina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lychnophora passerina?

Lychnophora passerina

What is the common name of Lychnophora passerina?

Passerina Lychnophora

What is the natural habitat of Lychnophora passerina?

It is found in dry, rocky and sandy soils in Europe and North Africa

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-115334: Based on the initial data import
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.