Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
colombiana
ID:
19494

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Egeröd

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 11(5): 564 (1991).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018823



Common Names

  • Lycoseris colombiana
  • Colombian Lycoseris
  • Colombian Lycoseris


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Description

Lycoseris colombiana (also called Colombian Lycoseris, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Colombia and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lycoseris colombiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lycoseris colombiana is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lycoseris colombiana is a perennial plant native to South America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by dividing the clumps in spring or by seed. The seed should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Lycoseris colombiana

Lycoseris colombiana can be found in Colombia.

Lycoseris colombiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lycoseris colombiana?

Lycoseris colombiana

What type of plant is Lycoseris colombiana?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the average height of Lycoseris colombiana?

30-60 cm

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-118200: Based on the initial data import
Knut Egeröd: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Egeröd' in the authors string.