Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptodonta
ID:
74385

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 16: 217 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073714



Common Names

  • Leptodont Viguiera
  • Viguiera leptodonta
  • Leptodont Sunflower


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Synonyms

  • Gymnolomia patens macrophylla B.L.Rob. & Greenm. [unknown]

Description

Viguiera leptodonta (also called Leptodont viguiera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb with a single stem that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Viguiera leptodonta is an ornamental plant that is often used in landscaping and gardens. It is also used to attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, to the garden. The plant has medicinal properties and can be used to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion and diarrhea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Viguiera leptodonta is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viguiera leptodonta is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall. It is a fast-growing plant and can reach up to 4 feet in height.

Where to Find Viguiera leptodonta

Viguiera leptodonta is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry meadows and grasslands.

Viguiera leptodonta FAQ

What are the common names of Viguiera leptodonta?

Common names of Viguiera leptodonta include the Sunflower Daisy and Sunflower Marguerite.

What are the growing requirements for Viguiera leptodonta?

Viguiera leptodonta prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

What is the size of Viguiera leptodonta?

Viguiera leptodonta typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet and a width of 1-2 feet.

Species in the Viguiera genus

Viguiera benzorium, Viguiera dentata, Viguiera hassleriana, Viguiera mima, Viguiera orientalis, Viguiera simulans, Viguiera truxillensis, Viguiera pinnatilobata, Viguiera tepoxtlensis, Viguiera anchusaefolia, Viguiera parkinsonii, Viguiera santacatarinense, Viguiera ensifolia, Viguiera aspiliodies, Viguiera cornifolia, Viguiera spooneri, Viguiera leptodonta, Viguiera hypochlora, Viguiera reyrobinsonii, Viguiera flava, Viguiera drymonia, Viguiera funkiae, Viguiera paranensis, Viguiera latibracteata, Viguiera weberbaueri, Viguiera grammatoglossa, Viguiera szyszylowiczii, Viguiera pazensis, Viguiera corumbensis, Viguiera revoluta, Viguiera oligantha, Viguiera megapotamica, Viguiera davilae, Viguiera goebelii, Viguiera buddleiiformis, Viguiera maculata, Viguiera sultepecana, Viguiera microphylla, Viguiera paneroana, Viguiera moreliana,

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-30464: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.