Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lecomtei
ID:
116878

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humbert) Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Fl. Madagasc. 189: 183 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116207



Common Names

  • Lecomte's Oliganthes
  • Lecomte's False Foxglove
  • Lecomte's False Io


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia lecomtei Humbert [unknown]

Description

Oliganthes lecomtei (also called Lecomte's oliganthes, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a branched stem and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, with serrated margins. It is native to Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Oliganthes lecomtei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues, as well as to reduce inflammation and pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oliganthes lecomtei has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval shaped. Its seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a white downy covering.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oliganthes lecomtei is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers a full sun to partial shade position and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps in the spring when the new growth is just starting to appear.

Where to Find Oliganthes lecomtei

Oliganthes lecomtei can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to northern Argentina.

Oliganthes lecomtei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oliganthes lecomtei?

Oliganthes lecomtei

What is the common name of Oliganthes lecomtei?

Lecomte's grass

What is the natural habitat of Oliganthes lecomtei?

Mountain slopes, meadows, and pastures

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-77615: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.