Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 45: 95 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138908
Common Names
- Santos' Lychnophora
- Santos' White-Stemmed Sunflower
- Santos' Sunflower
Synonyms
- Vernonia santosii (H.Rob.) S.B.Jones & Coile [unknown]
Description
Lychnophora santosii (also called Santos' Lychnophora, among many other common names) is an annual herb of the family Asteraceae. It has a single flower head with yellow ray florets and yellow disc florets. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lychnophora santosii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lychnophora santosii has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are green with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lychnophora santosii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in late winter or early spring. Division can be done in early spring or late summer. It is best to divide the plant when it is actively growing.
Where to Find Lychnophora santosii
Lychnophora santosii is native to South America and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.
Lychnophora santosii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lychnophora santosii?
Lychnophora santosii
What is the common name of Lychnophora santosii?
Santos' Lychnophora
What is the natural habitat of Lychnophora santosii?
Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands
Species in the Lychnophora genus
Lychnophora brunioides,
Lychnophora villosissima,
Lychnophora markgravii,
Lychnophora rupestris,
Lychnophora passerina,
Lychnophora sericea,
Lychnophora staavioides,
Lychnophora pinaster,
Lychnophora syncephala,
Lychnophora crispa,
Lychnophora humillima,
Lychnophora pohlii,
Lychnophora souzae,
Lychnophora morii,
Lychnophora granmogolensis,
Lychnophora phylicifolia,
Lychnophora boquerona,
Lychnophora mello-barretoi,
Lychnophora diamantinana,
Lychnophora martiana,
Lychnophora ericoides,
Lychnophora granmogolensis,
Lychnophora gardneri,
Lychnophora reticulata,
Lychnophora pseudovillosissima,
Lychnophora rosmarinifolia,
Lychnophora salicifolia,
Lychnophora regis,
Lychnophora harleyi,
Lychnophora ramosissima,
Lychnophora albertinioides,
Lychnophora blanchetii,
Lychnophora bishopii,
Lychnophora sellovii,
Lychnophora uniflora,
Lychnophora triflora,
Lychnophora itatiaiae,
Lychnophora santosii,
Lychnophora nanuzae,
Lychnophora spiciformis,
Lychnophora hatschbachii,
Lychnophora candelabrum,
Lychnophora damazioi,
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,