Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
coriaceus
ID:
19221

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 101(4): 942 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018550

Common Names

  • Lessingianthus Coriaceus
  • Coriaceus Lessingianthus
  • Leathery Lessingianthus

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Synonyms

  • Cacalia coriacea (Less.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia coriacea Less. [unknown]
  • Vernonia hecatantha DC. [unknown]

Description

Lessingianthus coriaceus (also called Leathery Lessingianthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the temperate regions of Asia and Europe. It has a short, erect stem and small, ovate leaves with serrated edges. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in moist meadows and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus coriaceus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to create hedges and borders. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lessingianthus coriaceus has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus coriaceus is a perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a greenhouse and should germinate in 2-3 weeks. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Lessingianthus coriaceus

Lessingianthus coriaceus is native to South America and can be found in dry, sunny areas.

Lessingianthus coriaceus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessingianthus coriaceus?

Lessingianthus coriaceus

What is the family of Lessingianthus coriaceus?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Lessingianthus coriaceus?

Leathery-leaved Lessingianthus

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-117935: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.