Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
phylicifolia
ID:
53741

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 79 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000053070



Common Names

  • Lychnophora phylicifolia
  • Lychnophora
  • Phylicifolia


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Synonyms

  • Lychnophora jeffreyi H.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Lychnophora phylicifolia (also called Lychnophora ericoides, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and leaves that are alternate, lanceolate, and serrate. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Lychnophora phylicifolia has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lychnophora phylicifolia is a yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lychnophora phylicifolia is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is a low-growing plant that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in spring or autumn. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Lychnophora phylicifolia

Lychnophora phylicifolia is native to Brazil and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Lychnophora phylicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lychnophora phylicifolia?

Lychnophora phylicifolia

What is the common name of Lychnophora phylicifolia?

Mountain White-top

What is the family of Lychnophora phylicifolia?

Asteraceae

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,