Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
argyrophyllus
ID:
52609

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) Kuntze

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000051938

Common Names

  • Lessingianthus
  • Argyrophyllus
  • Lessingianthus argyrophyllus

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Description

Lessingianthus argyrophyllus (also called Silver-leaved Lessingianthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4m in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry bushveld, wooded grassland, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus argyrophyllus is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lessingianthus argyrophyllus is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus argyrophyllus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Lessingianthus argyrophyllus

Lessingianthus argyrophyllus is found in the rocky slopes of the Andes Mountains in South America.

Lessingianthus argyrophyllus FAQ

What is the common name of Lessingianthus argyrophyllus?

Silver-Leaved Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Lessingianthus argyrophyllus?

Grassy slopes and open woodlands

What is the average height of Lessingianthus argyrophyllus?

0.5-1 m

Species in the Lessingianthus genus

Lessingianthus varroniifolius, Lessingianthus carduoides, Lessingianthus niederleinii, Lessingianthus laurifolius, Lessingianthus grearii, Lessingianthus adenophyllus, Lessingianthus polyphyllus, Lessingianthus platyphyllus, Lessingianthus hoveaefolius, Lessingianthus gonzalezii, Lessingianthus parvifolius, Lessingianthus coriaceus, Lessingianthus souzae, Lessingianthus lacunosus, Lessingianthus buddleiifolius, Lessingianthus varroniifolius, Lessingianthus heringeri, Lessingianthus soderstroemii, Lessingianthus irwinii, Lessingianthus lanuginosus, Lessingianthus morilloi, Lessingianthus glabratus, Lessingianthus pentacontus, Lessingianthus rubricaulis, Lessingianthus lorentzii, Lessingianthus linearifolius, Lessingianthus ixiamensis, Lessingianthus subobtusus, Lessingianthus bardanoides, Lessingianthus ligulifolius, Lessingianthus regis, Lessingianthus ammophilus, Lessingianthus ulei, Lessingianthus barrosoanus, Lessingianthus laevigatus, Lessingianthus sancti-pauli, Lessingianthus foliosus, Lessingianthus subosbcurus, Lessingianthus lapinhensis, Lessingianthus lanatus, Lessingianthus ibitipocensis, Lessingianthus constrictus, Lessingianthus longicuspis, Lessingianthus laniferus, Lessingianthus declivium, Lessingianthus onopordioides, Lessingianthus argyrophyllus, Lessingianthus rigescens, Lessingianthus clavatus, Lessingianthus octanthus,

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

Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:961944-1: Based on the initial data import