Status:
valid
Authors:
Gardner
Source:
gcc
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 5: 233 (1846)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092513
Common Names
- Reticulate Lychnophora
- Lace Lychnophora
- Reticulated Lychnophora
Description
Lychnophora reticulata (also called Reticulate Lychnophora, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a single stem that grows up to 1 m tall, with ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in open grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lychnophora reticulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lychnophora reticulata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lychnophora reticulata is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and divisions can be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Lychnophora reticulata
Lychnophora reticulata is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Lychnophora reticulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lychnophora reticulata?
Lychnophora reticulata
What is the common name of Lychnophora reticulata?
Reticulate Lychnophora
What is the natural habitat of Lychnophora reticulata?
Grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands
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,