Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
longicuspis
ID:
50981

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dematt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 65(3): 365 (-368; fig. 3, map (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000050310

Common Names

  • Lessingianthus longicuspis
  • Lessingianthus
  • Lessingianthus de prado

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Synonyms

  • Vernonia longicuspis (Dematt.) D.J.N.Hind [unknown]

Description

Lessingianthus longicuspis (also called Long-spurred Lessingianthus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the tropical regions of South and Central America and is usually found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus longicuspis is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and stems used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lessingianthus longicuspis has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus longicuspis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a range of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer and the seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division of the plant can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Lessingianthus longicuspis

Lessingianthus longicuspis is native to South America and can be found in moist, shady forests at elevations of 1,000-2,000 m.

Lessingianthus longicuspis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessingianthus longicuspis?

Lessingianthus longicuspis

What is the natural habitat of Lessingianthus longicuspis?

It is native to the grasslands of South America.

What are the characteristics of Lessingianthus longicuspis?

It is an herbaceous perennial with long, slender leaves and white flowers.

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,

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