Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
parvifolius
ID:
17327

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chodat) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Bot. 89: 74 (1999): (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016656

Common Names

  • Lessingianthus parvifolius
  • Small-Leaved Lessingianthus
  • Lessingianthus

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Synonyms

  • Vernonia parvifolia Ekman [unknown]
  • Vernonia glabrata parvifolia Chodat [unknown]
  • Vernonia parvifolia (Chodat) Cabrera [unknown]

Description

Lessingianthus parvifolius (also called Small-Leaved Lessingianthus, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to South America. It has ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in forests and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus parvifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lessingianthus parvifolius is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus parvifolius is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are large enough to be transplanted into the garden. Division can be done in spring or fall. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in the garden.

Where to Find Lessingianthus parvifolius

Lessingianthus parvifolius is native to the Andes Mountains. It can be found in dry, rocky areas such as grasslands and scrublands.

Lessingianthus parvifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessingianthus parvifolius?

Lessingianthus parvifolius

What is the natural habitat of Lessingianthus parvifolius?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands

What is the blooming season of Lessingianthus parvifolius?

Late summer to early fall

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-116114: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Robert Hippolyte Chodat (1865-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chodat' in the authors string.