Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucophylla
ID:
87276

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Turcz.) Iljin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Glavn. Bot. Sada R.S.F.S.R. iii. 145 (1922).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086605



Common Names

  • Olgaea leucophylla
  • White-Leaved Olgaea
  • White-Leaved Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Carduus leucophyllus Turcz. [unknown]
  • Olgaea leucophylla leucophylla [unknown]
  • Olgaea leucophylla aggregata Ling [unknown]
  • Olgaea leucophylla jucunda Iljin [unknown]
  • Olgaea leucophylla albiflora Y.B.Chang [unknown]

Description

Olgaea leucophylla (also called White-leaf Olgaea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with alternate, linear leaves and white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in disturbed areas, grasslands, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Olgaea leucophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Olgaea leucophylla has white flowers with yellow centers that are about 1 inch in diameter. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves that are oval-shaped and have a white underside.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Olgaea leucophylla is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division. It should be planted in well-drained soil in a sunny location. It requires regular watering and fertilization.

Where to Find Olgaea leucophylla

Olgaea leucophylla is found in the mountains of the western United States, from Oregon to California.

Olgaea leucophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Olgaea leucophylla?

Olgaea leucophylla

What is the natural habitat of Olgaea leucophylla?

It is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Ecuador.

What type of soil does Olgaea leucophylla prefer?

It prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.

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-4299: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
Modest Mikhailovich Ilyin (1889-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iljin' in the authors string.