Status:
valid
Authors:
Sch.Bip.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Jahresber. Pollichia 20-21: 872 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128651
Common Names
- Lychnophora Sellovii
- Brazilian Daisy
- White Daisy
Description
Lychnophora sellovii (also called 'Sello's Lychnophora', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry grasslands, scrub and open woodland. It has yellow ray florets surrounding yellow disc florets, and grows to a height of up to 30 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Lychnophora sellovii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lychnophora sellovii has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lychnophora sellovii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can also be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to a year to reach maturity.
Where to Find Lychnophora sellovii
Lychnophora sellovii is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Minas Gerais and São Paulo.
Lychnophora sellovii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lychnophora sellovii?
Lychnophora sellovii
What is the family of Lychnophora sellovii?
Asteraceae
Where is Lychnophora sellovii found?
It is found in the western Andes of Colombia
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,